Kultala - Goghat - II, Hooghly
Kultala is a village situated in the Goghat - II subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.1 km from Goghat and around 98.2 km from Chinsura. Paschimpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kultala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kultala is 324209. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.24 hectares and falls under the 712122 pincode. Ranjibanpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kultala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kultala
According to the 2011 Census, Kultala village had a total population of 556 people, including 290 males and 266 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.69%, with male literacy at 90.77% and female literacy at 73.59%.
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 | 556 | 290 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 30 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 236 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 54 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Kultala
Kultala 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 Kultala
Kultala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kultala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Ranjibanpur to Kultala is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Kultala is about 98.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kultala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kultala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kultala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kultala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kultala
Where is Kultala located?
Kultala village is located in Goghat - II Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kultala?
The Gram Panchayat of Kultala is Paschimpara.
What is the pincode of Kultala?
The pincode of Kultala is 712122.
What is the population of Kultala?
Kultala had a total population of 556, including 290 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Kultala?
Kultala had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kultala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kultala was 82.69%. Male literacy was 90.77% and female literacy was 73.59%.