Kulha - Gadarpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Kulha is a village situated in the Gadarpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarpur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Kulha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kulha is 056026. The village covers a total geographical area of 1040.8 hectares and falls under the 263160 pincode. Dineshpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Kulha 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 Gadarpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kulha
According to the 2011 Census, Kulha village had a total population of 8,580 people, including 4,366 males and 4,214 females, living in 1,628 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.08%, with male literacy at 81.34% and female literacy at 60.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 95, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4,176.
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 | 8,580 | 4,366 | 4,214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,155 | 599 | 556 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 51 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,176 | 2,085 | 2,091 |
| Literate Population | 5,278 | 3,064 | 2,214 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,302 | 1,302 | 2,000 |
Nearby Villages of Kulha
Kulha 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 Kulha
Kulha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kulha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dineshpur to Kulha is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Kulha is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kulha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kulha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kulha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kulha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kulha
Where is Kulha located?
Kulha village is located in Gadarpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kulha?
Kulha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kulha?
The pincode of Kulha is 263160.
What is the population of Kulha?
Kulha had a total population of 8,580, including 4,366 males and 4,214 females.
How many households are there in Kulha?
Kulha had 1,628 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kulha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kulha was 71.08%. Male literacy was 81.34% and female literacy was 60.52%.