Kuthed - Dalhousie, Chamba
Kuthed is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Tapper serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuthed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuthed is 007432. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.9 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Kuthed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuthed
As per Census 2011, Kuthed village has a total population of 133 people, consisting of 66 males and 67 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 94 literate and 39 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuthed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 133 | 66 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 52 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 14 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Kuthed
Kuthed 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 Kuthed
Public transport in the Kuthed is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Dalhousie to Kuthed is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Kuthed is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuthed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuthed 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 Kuthed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuthed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kuthed
Where is Kuthed located?
Kuthed village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuthed?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuthed is Tapper.
What is the pincode of Kuthed?
The pincode of Kuthed is 176303.
What is the population of Kuthed?
Kuthed has a total population of 133, including 66 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Kuthed?
There are 25 households in Kuthed.
What is the literacy rate in Kuthed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuthed is 70.68%. Male literacy is 78.79% and female literacy is 62.69%.