Kutahan - Khundian, Kangra
Kutahan is a village situated in the Khundian tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Khundian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kutahan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kutahan is 010939. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.98 hectares and falls under the 176030 pincode. Jawalamukhi 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 Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kutahan
According to the 2011 Census, Kutahan village had a total population of 62 people, including 28 males and 34 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,214 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.24%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 77.78%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 62 | 28 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 4 | 13 |
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
Public transport in the Kutahan is mainly available through shared van 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 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kutahan
Where is Kutahan located?
Kutahan village is located in Khundian Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kutahan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kutahan is Khundian.
What is the pincode of Kutahan?
The pincode of Kutahan is 176030.
What is the population of Kutahan?
Kutahan had a total population of 62, including 28 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Kutahan?
Kutahan had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kutahan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kutahan was 88.24%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 77.78%.