Kuhi - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Kuhi is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 90 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Ruipathar serves as the Village Panchayat for Kuhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuhi is 531533. The village covers a total geographical area of 302 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Kuhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kuhi
According to the 2011 Census, Kuhi village had a total population of 555 people, including 289 males and 266 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.99%, with male literacy at 64.29% and female literacy at 49.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 554.
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 | 555 | 289 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 51 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 554 | 289 | 265 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 153 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 136 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Kuhi
Kuhi 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 Kuhi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kuhi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Achalpur to Kuhi is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Kuhi is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuhi 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 Kuhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kuhi
Where is Kuhi located?
Kuhi village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kuhi?
The Village Panchayat of Kuhi is Ruipathar.
What is the pincode of Kuhi?
The pincode of Kuhi is 444807.
What is the population of Kuhi?
Kuhi had a total population of 555, including 289 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Kuhi?
Kuhi had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuhi was 56.99%. Male literacy was 64.29% and female literacy was 49.34%.