Kutara - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Kutara is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Kutra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kutara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kutara is 056230. The village covers a total geographical area of 279.79 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Kutara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kichha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kutara
As per Census 2011, Kutara village has a total population of 2,200 people, consisting of 1,113 males and 1,087 females. The village has 432 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 250 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,530 literate and 670 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,167 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kutara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,200 | 1,113 | 1,087 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 136 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,167 | 591 | 576 |
| Literate Population | 1,530 | 869 | 661 |
| Illiterate Population | 670 | 244 | 426 |
Nearby Villages of Kutara
Kutara 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 Kutara
Kutara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kutara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khatima to Kutara is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Kutara is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kutara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kutara 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 Kutara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kutara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kutara
Where is Kutara located?
Kutara village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kutara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kutara is Kutra.
What is the pincode of Kutara?
The pincode of Kutara is 262308.
What is the population of Kutara?
Kutara has a total population of 2,200, including 1,113 males and 1,087 females.
How many households are there in Kutara?
There are 432 households in Kutara.
What is the literacy rate in Kutara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kutara is 69.55%. Male literacy is 78.08% and female literacy is 60.81%.