Kulia - Santipur, Nadia
Kulia is a village situated in the Santipur subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulia and around 16.9 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Baganchra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kulia is 321936. The village covers a total geographical area of 257.18 hectares and falls under the 741404 pincode. Santipur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Kulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Santipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kulia
As per Census 2011, Kulia village has a total population of 3,364 people, consisting of 1,747 males and 1,617 females. The village has 844 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 362 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,051 literate and 1,313 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,726 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,364 | 1,747 | 1,617 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 186 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,726 | 1,409 | 1,317 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,051 | 1,164 | 887 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,313 | 583 | 730 |
Nearby Villages of Kulia
Kulia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karanchapali | South | 1.67 km |
| Tiabali | North | 1.69 km |
| Goalpara | North-East | 2.10 km |
| Aluipara | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Sardanga | North | 2.37 km |
| Hijuli | West | 2.38 km |
| Gobindapur | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Panchpota | East | 2.69 km |
| Bankdebipur (p) | South | 2.87 km |
| Raghunathpur | South | 3.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kulia
Kulia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shantipur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santipur to Kulia is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Kulia is about 16.9 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 Kulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kulia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kulia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kulia
Where is Kulia located?
Kulia village is located in Santipur Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kulia is Baganchra.
What is the pincode of Kulia?
The pincode of Kulia is 741404.
What is the population of Kulia?
Kulia has a total population of 3,364, including 1,747 males and 1,617 females.
How many households are there in Kulia?
There are 844 households in Kulia.
What is the literacy rate in Kulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kulia is 60.97%. Male literacy is 66.63% and female literacy is 54.85%.