Kutigram - Baharagora, East Singhbum
Kutigram is a village situated in the Baharagora subdivision of East Singhbum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from Bahragora and around 95 km from Jamshedpur. Saakra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kutigram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kutigram is 364836. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.38 hectares and falls under the 832101 pincode.
Kutigram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kutigram
According to the 2011 Census, Kutigram village had a total population of 521 people, including 267 males and 254 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.62%, with male literacy at 82.98% and female literacy at 59.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 130.
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 | 521 | 267 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 32 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 64 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 323 | 195 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 72 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Kutigram
Kutigram 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 Kutigram
Kutigram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jamshedpur to Kutigram is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kutigram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kutigram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kutigram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kutigram 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kutigram
Where is Kutigram located?
Kutigram village is located in Baharagora Subdivision, East Singhbum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kutigram?
The Gram Panchayat of Kutigram is Saakra.
What is the pincode of Kutigram?
The pincode of Kutigram is 832101.
What is the population of Kutigram?
Kutigram had a total population of 521, including 267 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Kutigram?
Kutigram had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kutigram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kutigram was 71.62%. Male literacy was 82.98% and female literacy was 59.26%.