Kulai - Santuri, Purulia
Kulai is a village situated in the Santuri subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.7 km from Santuri and around 68.4 km from Purulia. Garsika serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kulai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kulai is 330587. The village covers a total geographical area of 314.47 hectares and falls under the 723133 pincode. Raghunathpur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kulai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kulai
As per Census 2011, Kulai village has a total population of 1,217 people, consisting of 616 males and 601 females. The village has 233 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 774 literate and 443 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 525 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kulai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,217 | 616 | 601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 83 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 525 | 247 | 278 |
| Literate Population | 774 | 474 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 142 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Kulai
Kulai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gothbathan | East | 1.13 km |
| Jalhari | South | 1.23 km |
| Gorsika | North | 1.92 km |
| Benrya | West | 1.97 km |
| Palash Pahari | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Gailabad | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Bhelani | East | 2.16 km |
| Phulberya | South | 2.38 km |
| Asurabad | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Jamthol | South | 2.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kulai
Kulai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Indrabil, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.3 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raghunathpur to Kulai is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Kulai is about 68.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kulai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kulai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kulai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kulai 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kulai
Where is Kulai located?
Kulai village is located in Santuri Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kulai?
The Gram Panchayat of Kulai is Garsika.
What is the pincode of Kulai?
The pincode of Kulai is 723133.
What is the population of Kulai?
Kulai has a total population of 1,217, including 616 males and 601 females.
How many households are there in Kulai?
There are 233 households in Kulai.
What is the literacy rate in Kulai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kulai is 63.60%. Male literacy is 76.95% and female literacy is 49.92%.