Kaintha - Baddi, Solan
Kaintha is a village situated in the Baddi tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Patta Nali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaintha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaintha is 021202. The village covers a total geographical area of 131 hectares and falls under the 173233 pincode. Baddi is the nearest town.
Kaintha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaintha
According to the 2011 Census, Kaintha village had a total population of 194 people, including 99 males and 95 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.59%, with male literacy at 87.64% and female literacy at 72.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38.
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 | 194 | 99 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 78 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 21 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Kaintha
Kaintha 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 Kaintha
Kaintha 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Kaintha is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaintha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaintha 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kaintha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaintha 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kaintha
Where is Kaintha located?
Kaintha village is located in Baddi Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaintha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaintha is Patta Nali.
What is the pincode of Kaintha?
The pincode of Kaintha is 173233.
What is the population of Kaintha?
Kaintha had a total population of 194, including 99 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Kaintha?
Kaintha had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaintha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaintha was 80.59%. Male literacy was 87.64% and female literacy was 72.84%.