Kutharna
Kutharna is a village located in Dharmsala tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 26km away from Dharmsala, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kutharna village. As per 2009 stats, Kutharna village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kutharna unique in its vibrant Dharmsala-Kangra region. You’ll see Kutharna’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 Kutharna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kutharna is 009480. The village spans a total geographical area of 299.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176217. Dharmsala is nearest town to Kutharna village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kutharna 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 Shahpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kutharna
Population of Kutharna
According to the 2011 Census, Kutharna has a total population of about 846, with approximately 432 males and 414 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 131 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 542 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 242. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.59%, with male literacy at about 62.04% and female literacy near 38.65%. There are around 156 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kutharna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 846 | 432 | 414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 65 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 542 | 281 | 261 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 242 | 115 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 428 | 268 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 418 | 164 | 254 |
Connectivity of Kutharna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kutharna. As per the 2011 stats, Kutharna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kutharna
Knowing the nearby villages of Kutharna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kutharna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kutharna
- Where is Kutharna located?
- Kutharna village is situated in Dharmsala Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kutharna?
- Kutharna serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kutharna?
- The pincode of Kutharna is 176217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kutharna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kutharna is 846, with 432 males and 414 females.
- How many households are there in Kutharna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kutharna village has a total of 156 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kutharna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kutharna is 50.59%. The male literacy rate is 62.04%, while the female literacy rate is 38.65%.