Kulut - Manteswar, Purba Bardhaman
Kulut is a village situated in the Manteswar subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.8 km from Manteswar. Kusumgram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kulut village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kulut is 319684. The village covers a total geographical area of 471.87 hectares and falls under the 713422 pincode. Bardhaman is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kulut village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Monteswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kulut
As per Census 2011, Kulut village has a total population of 7,104 people, consisting of 3,574 males and 3,530 females. The village has 1,599 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 797 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,005 literate and 2,099 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kulut are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,104 | 3,574 | 3,530 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 797 | 417 | 380 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 42 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 5,005 | 2,636 | 2,369 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,099 | 938 | 1,161 |
Nearby Villages of Kulut
Kulut 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Akbarnagar | East | 1.48 km |
| Ibrambad | North | 2.24 km |
| Sahapur | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Basudebpur | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Ruigaria | West | 2.53 km |
| Kusumgram | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Hatdanga | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Chak Brahmapur | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Sainhati | East | 2.95 km |
| Mamudpur | South-East | 3.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kulut
Kulut is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Belerhat, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bardhaman to Kulut is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kulut
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kulut 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kulut
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kulut village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kulut
Where is Kulut located?
Kulut village is located in Manteswar Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kulut?
The Gram Panchayat of Kulut is Kusumgram.
What is the pincode of Kulut?
The pincode of Kulut is 713422.
What is the population of Kulut?
Kulut has a total population of 7,104, including 3,574 males and 3,530 females.
How many households are there in Kulut?
There are 1,599 households in Kulut.
What is the literacy rate in Kulut?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kulut is 70.45%. Male literacy is 73.75% and female literacy is 67.11%.