Kutora - Ghuwara, Chhatarpur
Kutora is a village situated in the Ghuwara tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghuwara and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Kutora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kutora is 458227. The village covers a total geographical area of 1983.3 hectares and falls under the 471313 pincode. Ghuwara is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Kutora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kutora
As per Census 2011, Kutora village has a total population of 3,529 people, consisting of 1,884 males and 1,645 females. The village has 834 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 625 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,637 literate and 1,892 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,045 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 534 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kutora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,529 | 1,884 | 1,645 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 625 | 337 | 288 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,045 | 552 | 493 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 534 | 275 | 259 |
| Literate Population | 1,637 | 1,040 | 597 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,892 | 844 | 1,048 |
Nearby Villages of Kutora
Kutora is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhaisawari | West | 4.25 km |
| Bachhraoni | North-East | 4.56 km |
| Baron | South | 4.63 km |
| Kachra | South-East | 5.00 km |
| Chhulla | South | 6.01 km |
| Umri | West | 6.83 km |
| Haidarpur | West | 7.07 km |
| Dunda | North-West | 7.81 km |
| Para Ugad | North-West | 8.17 km |
| Kakarwaha Khas | South-West | 8.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kutora
Kutora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tikamgarh, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Ghuwara to Kutora is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Kutora is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kutora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kutora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kutora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kutora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kutora
Where is Kutora located?
Kutora village is located in Ghuwara Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kutora?
Kutora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kutora?
The pincode of Kutora is 471313.
What is the population of Kutora?
Kutora has a total population of 3,529, including 1,884 males and 1,645 females.
How many households are there in Kutora?
There are 834 households in Kutora.
What is the literacy rate in Kutora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kutora is 46.39%. Male literacy is 55.20% and female literacy is 36.29%.