Kafnu
Kafnu is a village located in Nichar tehsil of Kinnaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 68km away from district headquarter Bhawanagar. Bhawanagar is the sub-district headquarter of Kafnu village. As per 2009 stats, Kafnoo is the gram panchayat of Kafnu village.
Here you can discover what makes Kafnu unique in its vibrant Nichar-Kinnaur region. You’ll see Kafnu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kafnu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kafnu is 027117. The village spans a total geographical area of 320 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172118. Rampur is nearest town to Kafnu village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kafnu
Population of Kafnu
According to the 2011 Census, Kafnu has a total population of about 824, with approximately 413 males and 411 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 98 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 476 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 271. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.72%, with male literacy at about 75.79% and female literacy near 59.61%. There are around 205 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kafnu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 824 | 413 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 58 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 476 | 237 | 239 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 271 | 128 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 558 | 313 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 100 | 166 |
Connectivity of Kafnu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kafnu. As per the 2011 stats, Kafnu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kafnu
Knowing the nearby villages of Kafnu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kafnu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kafnu
- Where is Kafnu located?
- Kafnu village is situated in Nichar Tehsil, within the Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kafnu?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kafnu is Kafnoo (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kafnu?
- The pincode of Kafnu is 172118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kafnu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kafnu is 824, with 413 males and 411 females.
- How many households are there in Kafnu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kafnu village has a total of 205 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kafnu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kafnu is 67.72%. The male literacy rate is 75.79%, while the female literacy rate is 59.61%.