Kutara - Rohru, Shimla
Kutara is a village situated in the Rohru tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Kutara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kutara is 026480. The village covers a total geographical area of 669 hectares and falls under the 171207 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Kutara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kutara
According to the 2011 Census, Kutara village had a total population of 459 people, including 235 males and 224 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.67%, with male literacy at 86.49% and female literacy at 54.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 206.
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 | 459 | 235 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 206 | 105 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 192 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 43 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Kutara
Kutara 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 Kutara
Kutara 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 Shimla to Kutara is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kutara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kutara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kutara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kutara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kutara
Where is Kutara located?
Kutara village is located in Rohru Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kutara?
Kutara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kutara?
The pincode of Kutara is 171207.
What is the population of Kutara?
Kutara had a total population of 459, including 235 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Kutara?
Kutara had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kutara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kutara was 70.67%. Male literacy was 86.49% and female literacy was 54.03%.