Kutanga - Dharni, Amravati
Kutanga is a village situated in the Dharni tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharni and around 182 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Kutanga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kutanga is 531476. The village covers a total geographical area of 514 hectares and falls under the 444702 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 88 km away.
Kutanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kutanga
As per Census 2011, Kutanga village has a total population of 2,233 people, consisting of 1,158 males and 1,075 females. The village has 358 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 327 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,554 literate and 679 illiterate residents. Additionally, 125 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,978 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kutanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,233 | 1,158 | 1,075 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 327 | 172 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 66 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,978 | 1,031 | 947 |
| Literate Population | 1,554 | 912 | 642 |
| Illiterate Population | 679 | 246 | 433 |
Nearby Villages of Kutanga
Kutanga 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 Kutanga
Kutanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Achalpur to Kutanga is about 88 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Kutanga is about 182 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kutanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kutanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kutanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kutanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kutanga
Where is Kutanga located?
Kutanga village is located in Dharni Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kutanga?
Kutanga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kutanga?
The pincode of Kutanga is 444702.
What is the population of Kutanga?
Kutanga has a total population of 2,233, including 1,158 males and 1,075 females.
How many households are there in Kutanga?
There are 358 households in Kutanga.
What is the literacy rate in Kutanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kutanga is 69.59%. Male literacy is 78.76% and female literacy is 59.72%.