Kui - Sihunta, Chamba
Kui is a village situated in the Sihunta tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Surpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kui village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kui is 007655. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.47 hectares and falls under the 176207 pincode. Chuari Khas is the nearest town.
Kui village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kui
According to the 2011 Census, Kui village had a total population of 212 people, including 112 males and 100 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.36%, with male literacy at 80.20% and female literacy at 53.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 211.
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 | 212 | 112 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 112 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 81 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 31 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Kui
Kui 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 Kui
Kui is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Chamba to Kui is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kui
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kui 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kui
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kui village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kui
Where is Kui located?
Kui village is located in Sihunta Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kui?
The Gram Panchayat of Kui is Surpara.
What is the pincode of Kui?
The pincode of Kui is 176207.
What is the population of Kui?
Kui had a total population of 212, including 112 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Kui?
Kui had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kui?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kui was 67.36%. Male literacy was 80.20% and female literacy was 53.26%.