Kuthera - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Kuthera is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Kothera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuthera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuthera is 050085. The village covers a total geographical area of 274.88 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Kuthera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Kuthera
As per Census 2011, Kuthera village has a total population of 785 people, consisting of 401 males and 384 females. The village has 183 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 648 literate and 137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 436 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuthera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 785 | 401 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 436 | 232 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 648 | 346 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 55 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Kuthera
Kuthera 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 Kuthera
Kuthera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Pithoragarh to Kuthera is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuthera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuthera 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 Kuthera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuthera 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kuthera
Where is Kuthera located?
Kuthera village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuthera?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuthera is Kothera.
What is the pincode of Kuthera?
The pincode of Kuthera is 262522.
What is the population of Kuthera?
Kuthera has a total population of 785, including 401 males and 384 females.
How many households are there in Kuthera?
There are 183 households in Kuthera.
What is the literacy rate in Kuthera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuthera is 82.55%. Male literacy is 86.28% and female literacy is 78.65%.