Kulsibi - Ranikhet, Almora
Kulsibi is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kulsibi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kulsibi is 052270. The village covers a total geographical area of 231.7 hectares and falls under the 263652 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kulsibi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kulsibi
According to the 2011 Census, Kulsibi village had a total population of 533 people, including 242 males and 291 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 1,202 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.42%, with male literacy at 94.34% and female literacy at 65.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 158.
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 | 533 | 242 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 30 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 72 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 200 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 42 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Kulsibi
Kulsibi 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 Kulsibi
Public transport in the Kulsibi is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Kulsibi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Kulsibi is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kulsibi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kulsibi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kulsibi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kulsibi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kulsibi
Where is Kulsibi located?
Kulsibi village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kulsibi?
Kulsibi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kulsibi?
The pincode of Kulsibi is 263652.
What is the population of Kulsibi?
Kulsibi had a total population of 533, including 242 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Kulsibi?
Kulsibi had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kulsibi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kulsibi was 78.42%. Male literacy was 94.34% and female literacy was 65.23%.