Kuthair - Shangus, Anantnag
Kuthair is a village situated in the Shangus tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shangus and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Kuthair village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuthair is 003762. The village covers a total geographical area of 352.5 hectares and falls under the 192201 pincode. Shangus is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Kuthair village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kuthair
According to the 2011 Census, Kuthair village had a total population of 3,593 people, including 1,877 males and 1,716 females, living in 656 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.22%, with male literacy at 72.90% and female literacy at 50.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 46.
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 | 3,593 | 1,877 | 1,716 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 631 | 338 | 293 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 26 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,843 | 1,122 | 721 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,750 | 755 | 995 |
Nearby Villages of Kuthair
Kuthair 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 Kuthair
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kuthair. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kuthair.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shangus to Kuthair is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Kuthair is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuthair
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuthair village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kuthair
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuthair village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kuthair
Where is Kuthair located?
Kuthair village is located in Shangus Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Kuthair?
Kuthair is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kuthair?
The pincode of Kuthair is 192201.
What is the population of Kuthair?
Kuthair had a total population of 3,593, including 1,877 males and 1,716 females.
How many households are there in Kuthair?
Kuthair had 656 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuthair?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuthair was 62.22%. Male literacy was 72.90% and female literacy was 50.67%.