Hutt - Basohli, Kathua
Hutt is a village situated in the Basohli tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 25 km from Basholi and around 142 km from Kathua. Hutt village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hutt is 001720. The village covers a total geographical area of 634 hectares and falls under the 184201 pincode. Basholi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Hutt village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hutt
As per Census 2011, Hutt village has a total population of 2,343 people, consisting of 1,218 males and 1,125 females. The village has 475 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 327 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,432 literate and 911 illiterate residents. Additionally, 224 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 147 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hutt are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,343 | 1,218 | 1,125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 327 | 176 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 224 | 118 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 147 | 75 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 1,432 | 854 | 578 |
| Illiterate Population | 911 | 364 | 547 |
Nearby Villages of Hutt
Hutt 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 Hutt
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Hutt.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basholi to Hutt is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Hutt is about 142 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hutt
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hutt village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hutt
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hutt village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hutt
Where is Hutt located?
Hutt village is located in Basohli Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hutt?
Hutt is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hutt?
The pincode of Hutt is 184201.
What is the population of Hutt?
Hutt has a total population of 2,343, including 1,218 males and 1,125 females.
How many households are there in Hutt?
There are 475 households in Hutt.
What is the literacy rate in Hutt?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hutt is 61.12%. Male literacy is 70.11% and female literacy is 51.38%.