Kulpi - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Kulpi is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 60 km from Narendra Nagar and around 60 km from New Tehri. Kulpi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kulpi is 044366. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.37 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Kulpi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kulpi
According to the 2011 Census, Kulpi village had a total population of 320 people, including 141 males and 179 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,270 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.29%, with male literacy at 90.08% and female literacy at 54.84%.
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 | 320 | 141 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 20 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 109 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 32 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Kulpi
Kulpi 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 Kulpi
Public transport in the Kulpi is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Tehri to Kulpi is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kulpi is about 60 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 Kulpi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kulpi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kulpi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kulpi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kulpi
Where is Kulpi located?
Kulpi village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kulpi?
Kulpi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kulpi?
The pincode of Kulpi is 249146.
What is the population of Kulpi?
Kulpi had a total population of 320, including 141 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Kulpi?
Kulpi had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kulpi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kulpi was 70.29%. Male literacy was 90.08% and female literacy was 54.84%.