Kuthnaur - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Kuthnaur is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Kuthnaur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuthnaur is 040361. The village covers a total geographical area of 256.36 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kuthnaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuthnaur
As per Census 2011, Kuthnaur village has a total population of 915 people, consisting of 447 males and 468 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 565 literate and 350 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuthnaur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 915 | 447 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 65 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 61 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 565 | 343 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 350 | 104 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Kuthnaur
Kuthnaur 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 Kuthnaur
Public transport in the Kuthnaur is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Barkot to Kuthnaur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Kuthnaur is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuthnaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuthnaur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kuthnaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuthnaur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kuthnaur
Where is Kuthnaur located?
Kuthnaur village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuthnaur?
Kuthnaur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kuthnaur?
The pincode of Kuthnaur is 249141.
What is the population of Kuthnaur?
Kuthnaur has a total population of 915, including 447 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Kuthnaur?
There are 212 households in Kuthnaur.
What is the literacy rate in Kuthnaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuthnaur is 61.75%. Male literacy is 76.73% and female literacy is 47.44%.