Kutanda - Chaupal, Shimla
Kutanda is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Mashdoh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kutanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kutanda is 025438. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.71 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Kutanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kutanda
According to the 2011 Census, Kutanda village had a total population of 55 people, including 28 males and 27 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.78%, with male literacy at 86.36% and female literacy at 83.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42.
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 | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 9 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Kutanda
Kutanda 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 Kutanda
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Kutanda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Kutanda is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kutanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kutanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kutanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kutanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kutanda
Where is Kutanda located?
Kutanda village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kutanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kutanda is Mashdoh.
What is the pincode of Kutanda?
The pincode of Kutanda is 171211.
What is the population of Kutanda?
Kutanda had a total population of 55, including 28 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Kutanda?
Kutanda had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kutanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kutanda was 84.78%. Male literacy was 86.36% and female literacy was 83.33%.