Kulgi - Bahalda, Mayurbhanj
Kulgi is a village situated in the Bahalda tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bahalda and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Soso serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kulgi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kulgi is 387518. The village covers a total geographical area of 625 hectares and falls under the 757046 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kulgi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kulgi
As per Census 2011, Kulgi village has a total population of 2,770 people, consisting of 1,340 males and 1,430 females. The village has 735 households and a sex ratio of 1,067 females per 1,000 males. There are 356 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,724 literate and 1,046 illiterate residents. Additionally, 194 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,101 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kulgi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,770 | 1,340 | 1,430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 181 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 98 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,101 | 500 | 601 |
| Literate Population | 1,724 | 933 | 791 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,046 | 407 | 639 |
Nearby Villages of Kulgi
Kulgi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sobhapur | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Kanki | North | 1.76 km |
| Bagdega | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Kumbhirda | East | 2.32 km |
| Soso | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Narendraposi | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Bahalda | West | 2.90 km |
| Tentala | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Binjhua | North | 3.31 km |
| Indokholi | North-East | 3.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kulgi
Kulgi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rairangpur, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Kulgi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Kulgi is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kulgi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kulgi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kulgi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kulgi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kulgi
Where is Kulgi located?
Kulgi village is located in Bahalda Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kulgi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kulgi is Soso.
What is the pincode of Kulgi?
The pincode of Kulgi is 757046.
What is the population of Kulgi?
Kulgi has a total population of 2,770, including 1,340 males and 1,430 females.
How many households are there in Kulgi?
There are 735 households in Kulgi.
What is the literacy rate in Kulgi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kulgi is 62.24%. Male literacy is 69.63% and female literacy is 55.31%.