Kulia - Chamkaur Sahib, Rupnagar
Kulia is a village situated in the Chamkaur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chamkaur Sahib and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Rupnagar. Kulian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kulia is 038783. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 140112 pincode. Rupnagar is the nearest town.
Kulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chamkaur Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anandpur Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kulia
According to the 2011 Census, Kulia village had a total population of 336 people, including 177 males and 159 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.47%, with male literacy at 86.54% and female literacy at 73.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 222.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 336 | 177 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 222 | 120 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 135 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 42 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Kulia
Kulia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kulia
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kulia. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kulia.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rupnagar to Kulia is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kulia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kulia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kulia
Where is Kulia located?
Kulia village is located in Chamkaur Sahib Tehsil, Rupnagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kulia is Kulian.
What is the pincode of Kulia?
The pincode of Kulia is 140112.
What is the population of Kulia?
Kulia had a total population of 336, including 177 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Kulia?
Kulia had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kulia was 80.47%. Male literacy was 86.54% and female literacy was 73.76%.