Utki - Bhattiyat, Chamba
Utki is a village situated in the Bhattiyat tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Hobar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Utki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Utki is 007528. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 176313 pincode. Bakloh(cb) is the nearest town.
Utki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Utki
As per Census 2011, Utki village has a total population of 116 people, consisting of 58 males and 58 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 69 literate and 47 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Utki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 116 | 58 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 3 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 40 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 18 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Utki
Utki 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 Utki
Utki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Utki is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Utki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Utki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Utki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Utki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Utki
Where is Utki located?
Utki village is located in Bhattiyat Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Utki?
The Gram Panchayat of Utki is Hobar.
What is the pincode of Utki?
The pincode of Utki is 176313.
What is the population of Utki?
Utki has a total population of 116, including 58 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Utki?
There are 22 households in Utki.
What is the literacy rate in Utki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Utki is 59.48%. Male literacy is 68.97% and female literacy is 50.00%.