Gutassa - Bhaderwah, Doda
Gutassa is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhadarwa and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Gutassa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gutassa is 004472. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.4 hectares and falls under the 182221 pincode. Bhadarwa is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Gutassa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gutassa
As per Census 2011, Gutassa village has a total population of 685 people, consisting of 343 males and 342 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 378 literate and 307 illiterate residents. Additionally, 506 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gutassa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 685 | 343 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 59 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 506 | 257 | 249 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 232 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 111 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Gutassa
Gutassa 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 Gutassa
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gutassa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Bhadarwa to Gutassa is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Gutassa is about 25 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 Gutassa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gutassa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gutassa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gutassa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gutassa
Where is Gutassa located?
Gutassa village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gutassa?
Gutassa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gutassa?
The pincode of Gutassa is 182221.
What is the population of Gutassa?
Gutassa has a total population of 685, including 343 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Gutassa?
There are 145 households in Gutassa.
What is the literacy rate in Gutassa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gutassa is 55.18%. Male literacy is 67.64% and female literacy is 42.69%.