Kuthha - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Kuthha is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 2 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Kutha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuthha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuthha is 043957. The village covers a total geographical area of 249.51 hectares and falls under the 249001 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kuthha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuthha
According to the 2011 Census, Kuthha village had a total population of 689 people, including 332 males and 357 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 1,075 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.20%, with male literacy at 95.50% and female literacy at 66.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 177.
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 | 689 | 332 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 96 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 486 | 276 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 56 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Kuthha
Kuthha 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 Kuthha
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Kuthha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Kuthha is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kuthha is about 2 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuthha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuthha 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kuthha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuthha 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kuthha
Where is Kuthha located?
Kuthha village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuthha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuthha is Kutha.
What is the pincode of Kuthha?
The pincode of Kuthha is 249001.
What is the population of Kuthha?
Kuthha had a total population of 689, including 332 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Kuthha?
Kuthha had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuthha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuthha was 80.20%. Male literacy was 95.50% and female literacy was 66.25%.