Kulai - Ambassa, Dhalai
Kulai is a village situated in the Ambassa subdivision of Dhalai district, Tripura. It is located approximately 4 km from Ambassa, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Kekmachera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kulai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kulai is 272494. The village covers a total geographical area of 665 hectares and falls under the 799204 pincode. Abassa is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Kulai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambassa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura East Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kulai
As per Census 2011, Kulai village has a total population of 4,015 people, consisting of 2,018 males and 1,997 females. The village has 916 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 506 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,160 literate and 855 illiterate residents. Additionally, 663 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,316 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kulai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,015 | 2,018 | 1,997 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 506 | 244 | 262 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 663 | 342 | 321 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,316 | 629 | 687 |
| Literate Population | 3,160 | 1,665 | 1,495 |
| Illiterate Population | 855 | 353 | 502 |
Nearby Villages of Kulai
Kulai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kamalachhera | South | 2.14 km |
| Kanchanpur | South-East | 2.60 km |
| Purba Nalichhera | North | 2.92 km |
| Lalchhari | North-East | 3.35 km |
| Raipasa | South-East | 3.85 km |
| Paschim Nalichhera | North-West | 5.19 km |
| Jagannathpur | South-East | 5.44 km |
| Balaram | North-East | 5.93 km |
| Bagmara | East | 5.98 km |
| Purba Daluchhera | North | 6.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kulai
Kulai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ambassa, while the nearest airport is Kamalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Abassa to Kulai is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambassa to Kulai is about 4 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 Kulai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kulai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kulai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kulai 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 Kulai
Where is Kulai located?
Kulai village is located in Ambassa Subdivision, Dhalai district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kulai?
The Gram Panchayat of Kulai is Kekmachera.
What is the pincode of Kulai?
The pincode of Kulai is 799204.
What is the population of Kulai?
Kulai has a total population of 4,015, including 2,018 males and 1,997 females.
How many households are there in Kulai?
There are 916 households in Kulai.
What is the literacy rate in Kulai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kulai is 78.70%. Male literacy is 82.51% and female literacy is 74.86%.