Kuthur Malla - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Kuthur Malla is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 98 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Kathur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuthur Malla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuthur Malla is 043026. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.29 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 98 km away.
Kuthur Malla 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 Ghanshali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuthur Malla
According to the 2011 Census, Kuthur Malla village had a total population of 445 people, including 215 males and 230 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 1,070 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.70%, with male literacy at 48.65% and female literacy at 23.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 163.
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 | 445 | 215 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 30 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 84 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 90 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 125 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Kuthur Malla
Kuthur Malla 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 Kuthur Malla
Public transport in the Kuthur Malla is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Srinagar to Kuthur Malla is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kuthur Malla is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuthur Malla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuthur Malla 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kuthur Malla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuthur Malla 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 Kuthur Malla
Where is Kuthur Malla located?
Kuthur Malla village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kuthur Malla?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuthur Malla is Kathur.
What is the pincode of Kuthur Malla?
The pincode of Kuthur Malla is 249155.
What is the population of Kuthur Malla?
Kuthur Malla had a total population of 445, including 215 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Kuthur Malla?
Kuthur Malla had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuthur Malla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuthur Malla was 35.70%. Male literacy was 48.65% and female literacy was 23.47%.