Kuta - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Kuta is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Kuta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuta is 049435. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.44 hectares and falls under the 262544 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kuta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuta
As per Census 2011, Kuta village has a total population of 174 people, consisting of 84 males and 90 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 1,071 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 110 literate and 64 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 174 | 84 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 62 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 22 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Kuta
Kuta 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 Kuta
Public transport in the Kuta is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Didihat to Kuta is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Kuta is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuta 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kuta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuta 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 Kuta
Where is Kuta located?
Kuta village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuta?
Kuta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kuta?
The pincode of Kuta is 262544.
What is the population of Kuta?
Kuta has a total population of 174, including 84 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Kuta?
There are 59 households in Kuta.
What is the literacy rate in Kuta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuta is 63.22%. Male literacy is 73.81% and female literacy is 53.33%.