Kufri - Kumarsain, Shimla
Kufri is a village situated in the Kumarsain tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 72 km from Shimla. Deeb serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kufri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kufri is 023881. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 172029 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Kufri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kufri
According to the 2011 Census, Kufri village had a total population of 166 people, including 80 males and 86 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,075 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.33%, with male literacy at 82.43% and female literacy at 84.15%.
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 | 166 | 80 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 61 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 19 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Kufri
Kufri 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 Kufri
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kufri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Kufri is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kufri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kufri 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 Kufri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kufri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kufri
Where is Kufri located?
Kufri village is located in Kumarsain Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kufri?
The Gram Panchayat of Kufri is Deeb.
What is the pincode of Kufri?
The pincode of Kufri is 172029.
What is the population of Kufri?
Kufri had a total population of 166, including 80 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Kufri?
Kufri had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kufri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kufri was 83.33%. Male literacy was 82.43% and female literacy was 84.15%.