Ulkunda - Mayureswar - II, Birbhum
Ulkunda is a village situated in the Mayureswar - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotasur and around 38.1 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Ulkunda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ulkunda is 316700. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.12 hectares and falls under the 731213 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ulkunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ulkunda
As per Census 2011, Ulkunda village has a total population of 2,704 people, consisting of 1,386 males and 1,318 females. The village has 661 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 319 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,638 literate and 1,066 illiterate residents. Additionally, 676 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ulkunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,704 | 1,386 | 1,318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 174 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 676 | 331 | 345 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,638 | 932 | 706 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,066 | 454 | 612 |
Nearby Villages of Ulkunda
Ulkunda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Duna | East | 1.31 km |
| Mahaduripa | East | 1.79 km |
| Purbba Sibrambati | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Dakshin Maligram | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Laghosa | West | 2.28 km |
| Danrka | South | 2.30 km |
| Jhalka | East | 2.38 km |
| Dakshin Bhagabatipur | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Ghanashyampur | East | 2.94 km |
| Kumarpur | North | 3.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ulkunda
Ulkunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bataspur, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sainthia to Ulkunda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Ulkunda is about 38.1 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ulkunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ulkunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ulkunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ulkunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ulkunda
Where is Ulkunda located?
Ulkunda village is located in Mayureswar - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ulkunda?
Ulkunda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ulkunda?
The pincode of Ulkunda is 731213.
What is the population of Ulkunda?
Ulkunda has a total population of 2,704, including 1,386 males and 1,318 females.
How many households are there in Ulkunda?
There are 661 households in Ulkunda.
What is the literacy rate in Ulkunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ulkunda is 60.58%. Male literacy is 67.24% and female literacy is 53.57%.