Kultham - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Kultham is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Dim Dimiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kultham village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kultham is 048909. The village covers a total geographical area of 196.14 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 98 km away.
Kultham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kultham
According to the 2011 Census, Kultham village had a total population of 140 people, including 74 males and 66 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.85%, with male literacy at 98.53% and female literacy at 88.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 140 | 74 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 67 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 7 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Kultham
Kultham 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 Kultham
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kultham.
| 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 Kultham is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Kultham is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kultham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kultham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kultham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kultham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kultham
Where is Kultham located?
Kultham village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kultham?
The Gram Panchayat of Kultham is Dim Dimiya.
What is the pincode of Kultham?
The pincode of Kultham is 262554.
What is the population of Kultham?
Kultham had a total population of 140, including 74 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Kultham?
Kultham had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kultham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kultham was 93.85%. Male literacy was 98.53% and female literacy was 88.71%.