Kaulang - Garud, Bageshwar
Kaulang is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Kolag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaulang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaulang is 051435. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.96 hectares and falls under the 263639 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Kaulang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kaulang
According to the 2011 Census, Kaulang village had a total population of 328 people, including 143 males and 185 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,294 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.93%, with male literacy at 98.35% and female literacy at 63.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28.
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 | 328 | 143 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 226 | 119 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 24 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Kaulang
Kaulang 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 Kaulang
Public transport in the Kaulang is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Kaulang is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaulang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaulang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kaulang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaulang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kaulang
Where is Kaulang located?
Kaulang village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kaulang?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaulang is Kolag.
What is the pincode of Kaulang?
The pincode of Kaulang is 263639.
What is the population of Kaulang?
Kaulang had a total population of 328, including 143 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Kaulang?
Kaulang had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaulang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaulang was 77.93%. Male literacy was 98.35% and female literacy was 63.31%.