Kutir - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Kutir is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Kalasila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kutir village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kutir is 049613. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.27 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Kutir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kutir
According to the 2011 Census, Kutir village had a total population of 10 people, including 6 males and 4 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 667 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 75.00%.
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 | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Kutir
Kutir 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 Kutir
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kutir.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Kutir is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Kutir is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kutir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kutir 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 Kutir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kutir 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 Kutir
Where is Kutir located?
Kutir village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kutir?
The Gram Panchayat of Kutir is Kalasila.
What is the pincode of Kutir?
The pincode of Kutir is 262531.
What is the population of Kutir?
Kutir had a total population of 10, including 6 males and 4 females.
How many households are there in Kutir?
Kutir had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kutir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kutir was 80.00%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 75.00%.