Kuhant - Shillai, Sirmaur
Kuhant is a village situated in the Shillai tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 100 km from Nahan. Kuhant village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuhant is 023443. The village covers a total geographical area of 743 hectares and falls under the 173027 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Kuhant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shillai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuhant
As per Census 2011, Kuhant village has a total population of 1,555 people, consisting of 813 males and 742 females. The village has 198 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 879 literate and 676 illiterate residents. Additionally, 351 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuhant are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,555 | 813 | 742 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 122 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 176 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 879 | 534 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 676 | 279 | 397 |
Nearby Villages of Kuhant
Kuhant 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 Kuhant
Public transport in the Kuhant is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Nahan to Kuhant 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 Kuhant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuhant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kuhant
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuhant 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kuhant
Where is Kuhant located?
Kuhant village is located in Shillai Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuhant?
Kuhant is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kuhant?
The pincode of Kuhant is 173027.
What is the population of Kuhant?
Kuhant has a total population of 1,555, including 813 males and 742 females.
How many households are there in Kuhant?
There are 198 households in Kuhant.
What is the literacy rate in Kuhant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuhant is 56.53%. Male literacy is 65.68% and female literacy is 46.50%.