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.
Here you can discover what makes Kutama unique in its vibrant Bagicha-Jashpur region. You’ll see Kutama’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Kutama has a total population of about 1,118, with approximately 559 males and 559 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 142 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 848. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.01%, with male literacy at about 61.90% and female literacy near 48.12%. There are around 275 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kutama's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.