Kuthehra - Jaswan, Kangra
Kuthehra is a village situated in the Jaswan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Reri Kuthera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuthehra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuthehra is 010611. The village covers a total geographical area of 475.72 hectares and falls under the 177111 pincode. Talwara is the nearest town.
Kuthehra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuthehra
As per Census 2011, Kuthehra village has a total population of 872 people, consisting of 444 males and 428 females. The village has 181 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 675 literate and 197 illiterate residents. Additionally, 299 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuthehra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 872 | 444 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 54 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 299 | 166 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 675 | 365 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 79 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Kuthehra
Kuthehra 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 Kuthehra
Kuthehra 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 Kuthehra is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuthehra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuthehra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kuthehra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuthehra 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kuthehra
Where is Kuthehra located?
Kuthehra village is located in Jaswan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuthehra?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuthehra is Reri Kuthera.
What is the pincode of Kuthehra?
The pincode of Kuthehra is 177111.
What is the population of Kuthehra?
Kuthehra has a total population of 872, including 444 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Kuthehra?
There are 181 households in Kuthehra.
What is the literacy rate in Kuthehra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuthehra is 77.41%. Male literacy is 82.21% and female literacy is 72.43%.