Kulanga - Telkoi, Keonjhar
Kulanga is a village situated in the Telkoi tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from Telkoi and around 115 km from Kendujhar. Bimala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kulanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kulanga is 386430. The village covers a total geographical area of 211 hectares and falls under the 758018 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Kulanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Telkoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kulanga
As per Census 2011, Kulanga village has a total population of 494 people, consisting of 227 males and 267 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 1,176 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 294 literate and 200 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 383 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kulanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 494 | 227 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 32 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 49 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 383 | 173 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 169 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 58 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Kulanga
Kulanga is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Balangisahi | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Ranibeda | North-East | 2.26 km |
| Birabarpur | East | 3.48 km |
| Kodabil | North-West | 3.65 km |
| Dehurihata | South-West | 3.95 km |
| Raisuan | East | 4.06 km |
| Jarada | South-West | 4.29 km |
| Samakuda | South-East | 4.36 km |
| Nageswar | West | 4.60 km |
| Tangiri | North | 4.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kulanga
Kulanga is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Talcher, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendujhar to Kulanga is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Kulanga is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kulanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kulanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kulanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kulanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kulanga
Where is Kulanga located?
Kulanga village is located in Telkoi Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kulanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Kulanga is Bimala.
What is the pincode of Kulanga?
The pincode of Kulanga is 758018.
What is the population of Kulanga?
Kulanga has a total population of 494, including 227 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Kulanga?
There are 113 households in Kulanga.
What is the literacy rate in Kulanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kulanga is 59.51%. Male literacy is 74.45% and female literacy is 46.82%.