Kutbal - Chadoora, Budgam
Kutbal is a village situated in the Chadoora tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from Chadoora and around 28 km from Budgam. Jadan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kutbal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kutbal is 000820. The village covers a total geographical area of 15.8 hectares and falls under the 191113 pincode. Chadoora is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kutbal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chrar-i-sharief Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kutbal
According to the 2011 Census, Kutbal village had a total population of 349 people, including 187 males and 162 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.09%, with male literacy at 68.39% and female literacy at 39.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 140.
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 | 349 | 187 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 76 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 106 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 81 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Kutbal
Kutbal 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 Kutbal
Public transport in the Kutbal is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Chadoora to Kutbal is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Kutbal is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kutbal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kutbal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kutbal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kutbal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kutbal
Where is Kutbal located?
Kutbal village is located in Chadoora Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kutbal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kutbal is Jadan.
What is the pincode of Kutbal?
The pincode of Kutbal is 191113.
What is the population of Kutbal?
Kutbal had a total population of 349, including 187 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Kutbal?
Kutbal had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kutbal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kutbal was 55.09%. Male literacy was 68.39% and female literacy was 39.23%.