Kutama
Kutama is a village located in Bagicha tehsil of Jashpur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Bagicha (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Jashpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Kutma is the gram panchayat of Kutama village.
Kutama has its own place in the vibrant Jashpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kutama
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kutama is 433657. The village spans a total geographical area of 565.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491995. Bagicha is nearest town to Kutama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kutama village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jashpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kutama
Population of Kutama
Below is a concise population overview of Kutama as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,118 | 559 | 559 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 67 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 848 | 434 | 414 |
| Literate Population | 615 | 346 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 503 | 213 | 290 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kutama village:
- The total population of Kutama village is around 1,118, including approximately 559 males and 559 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 142 children aged 0–6 years in Kutama village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kutama village has 4 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 848 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kutama village is about 55.01%, with male literacy at 61.90% and female literacy at 48.12%.
- There are around 275 households in Kutama village.
Connectivity of Kutama
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kutama. As per the 2011 stats, Kutama had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kutama
Knowing the nearby villages of Kutama helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kutama.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kutama
- Where is Kutama located?
- Kutama village is situated in Bagicha Tehsil, within the Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kutama?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kutama is Kutma (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kutama?
- The pincode of Kutama is 491995, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kutama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kutama is 1,118, with 559 males and 559 females.
- How many households are there in Kutama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kutama village has a total of 275 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kutama as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kutama is 55.01%. The male literacy rate is 61.90%, while the female literacy rate is 48.12%.