Kulara - Murarai - II, Birbhum
Kulara is a village situated in the Murarai - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paikar and around 87.4 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Jajigram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kulara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kulara is 316097. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.45 hectares and falls under the 731221 pincode. Jangipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kulara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murarai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kulara
As per Census 2011, Kulara village has a total population of 2,449 people, consisting of 1,244 males and 1,205 females. The village has 542 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 414 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,070 literate and 1,379 illiterate residents. Additionally, 274 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kulara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,449 | 1,244 | 1,205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 414 | 227 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 147 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 1,070 | 578 | 492 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,379 | 666 | 713 |
Nearby Villages of Kulara
Kulara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Ramchandrapur | North-East | 1.07 km |
| Narottampur | North-West | 1.53 km |
| Harispur | North | 2.59 km |
| Baliadanga | West | 2.80 km |
| Majhara | West | 2.87 km |
| Jijigram | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Amritapur | West | 3.11 km |
| Hilora | East | 3.18 km |
| Sankhulia | North-West | 3.30 km |
| Kamarkhul | South | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kulara
Kulara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Banshlai Bridge, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jangipur to Kulara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Kulara is about 87.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kulara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kulara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kulara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kulara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kulara
Where is Kulara located?
Kulara village is located in Murarai - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kulara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kulara is Jajigram.
What is the pincode of Kulara?
The pincode of Kulara is 731221.
What is the population of Kulara?
Kulara has a total population of 2,449, including 1,244 males and 1,205 females.
How many households are there in Kulara?
There are 542 households in Kulara.
What is the literacy rate in Kulara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kulara is 43.69%. Male literacy is 46.46% and female literacy is 40.83%.