Kutahan - Jaisinghpur, Kangra
Kutahan is a village situated in the Jaisinghpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Bagkulzan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kutahan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kutahan is 011414. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.35 hectares and falls under the 176095 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Kutahan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baijnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kutahan
As per Census 2011, Kutahan village has a total population of 250 people, consisting of 113 males and 137 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 1,212 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 188 literate and 62 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kutahan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 250 | 113 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 30 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 91 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 22 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Kutahan
Kutahan 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 Kutahan
Kutahan 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 Dharmsala to Kutahan is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kutahan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kutahan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kutahan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kutahan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kutahan
Where is Kutahan located?
Kutahan village is located in Jaisinghpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kutahan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kutahan is Bagkulzan.
What is the pincode of Kutahan?
The pincode of Kutahan is 176095.
What is the population of Kutahan?
Kutahan has a total population of 250, including 113 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Kutahan?
There are 70 households in Kutahan.
What is the literacy rate in Kutahan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kutahan is 75.20%. Male literacy is 80.53% and female literacy is 70.80%.