Kulberia - Bhangar - II, South 24 Parganas
Kulberia is a village situated in the Bhangar - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.5 km from Bhangar and around 49.5 km from Alipore. Beenta-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kulberia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kulberia is 333705. The village covers a total geographical area of 384.57 hectares and falls under the 743502 pincode. Saltlake is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kulberia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kulberia
As per Census 2011, Kulberia village has a total population of 3,787 people, consisting of 1,922 males and 1,865 females. The village has 827 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 498 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,351 literate and 1,436 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,442 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 269 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kulberia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,787 | 1,922 | 1,865 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 498 | 243 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,442 | 1,243 | 1,199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 128 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 2,351 | 1,299 | 1,052 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,436 | 623 | 813 |
Nearby Villages of Kulberia
Kulberia 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 Kulberia
Kulberia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saltlake to Kulberia is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Kulberia is about 49.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kulberia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kulberia 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 Kulberia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kulberia 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kulberia
Where is Kulberia located?
Kulberia village is located in Bhangar - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kulberia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kulberia is Beenta-ii.
What is the pincode of Kulberia?
The pincode of Kulberia is 743502.
What is the population of Kulberia?
Kulberia has a total population of 3,787, including 1,922 males and 1,865 females.
How many households are there in Kulberia?
There are 827 households in Kulberia.
What is the literacy rate in Kulberia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kulberia is 62.08%. Male literacy is 67.59% and female literacy is 56.41%.