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.
Kafnu has its own place in the vibrant Kinnaur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Kafnu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kafnu village:
- The total population of Kafnu village is around 824, including approximately 413 males and 411 females, with a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 98 children aged 0–6 years in Kafnu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kafnu village has 476 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 271 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kafnu village is about 67.72%, with male literacy at 75.79% and female literacy at 59.61%.
- There are around 205 households in Kafnu village.
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%.