Kulgarh - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Kulgarh is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Simrad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kulgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kulgarh is 054576. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.32 hectares and falls under the 263135 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Kulgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kulgarh
As per Census 2011, Kulgarh village has a total population of 78 people, consisting of 40 males and 38 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 64 literate and 14 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kulgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 78 | 40 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 9 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Kulgarh
Kulgarh 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 Kulgarh
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kulgarh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Almora to Kulgarh is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Kulgarh is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kulgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kulgarh 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kulgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kulgarh 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 Kulgarh
Where is Kulgarh located?
Kulgarh village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kulgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Kulgarh is Simrad.
What is the pincode of Kulgarh?
The pincode of Kulgarh is 263135.
What is the population of Kulgarh?
Kulgarh has a total population of 78, including 40 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Kulgarh?
There are 18 households in Kulgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Kulgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kulgarh is 82.05%. Male literacy is 77.50% and female literacy is 86.84%.