Kuthar - Bharmour, Chamba
Kuthar is a village situated in the Bharmour tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 71 km from Chamba. Badgram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuthar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuthar is 008192. The village covers a total geographical area of 730.14 hectares and falls under the 176324 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Kuthar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chamba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuthar
According to the 2011 Census, Kuthar village had a total population of 466 people, including 232 males and 234 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.81%, with male literacy at 74.87% and female literacy at 56.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 464.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 466 | 232 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 37 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 464 | 231 | 233 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 146 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 86 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Kuthar
Kuthar 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 Kuthar
Public transport in the Kuthar is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Kuthar is about 71 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 Kuthar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuthar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kuthar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuthar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kuthar
Where is Kuthar located?
Kuthar village is located in Bharmour Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kuthar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuthar is Badgram.
What is the pincode of Kuthar?
The pincode of Kuthar is 176324.
What is the population of Kuthar?
Kuthar had a total population of 466, including 232 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Kuthar?
Kuthar had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuthar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuthar was 65.81%. Male literacy was 74.87% and female literacy was 56.70%.