Kulaun - Garud, Bageshwar
Kulaun is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Kulaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kulaun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kulaun is 051269. The village covers a total geographical area of 239.82 hectares and falls under the 263635 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Kulaun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kulaun
According to the 2011 Census, Kulaun village had a total population of 1,310 people, including 629 males and 681 females, living in 287 households. The sex ratio was 1,083 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.83%, with male literacy at 89.79% and female literacy at 59.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31.
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 | 1,310 | 629 | 681 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 100 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 835 | 475 | 360 |
| Illiterate Population | 475 | 154 | 321 |
Nearby Villages of Kulaun
Kulaun 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 Kulaun
Kulaun is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Kulaun 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 Kulaun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kulaun 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 Kulaun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kulaun 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 Kulaun
Where is Kulaun located?
Kulaun village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kulaun?
The Gram Panchayat of Kulaun is Kulaon.
What is the pincode of Kulaun?
The pincode of Kulaun is 263635.
What is the population of Kulaun?
Kulaun had a total population of 1,310, including 629 males and 681 females.
How many households are there in Kulaun?
Kulaun had 287 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kulaun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kulaun was 73.83%. Male literacy was 89.79% and female literacy was 59.80%.