Kupri - Kumarsain, Shimla
Kupri is a village situated in the Kumarsain tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 80 km from Shimla. Karewathi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kupri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kupri is 023947. The village covers a total geographical area of 177 hectares and falls under the 172029 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Kupri 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 Kupri
According to the 2011 Census, Kupri village had a total population of 288 people, including 144 males and 144 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.88%, with male literacy at 89.39% and female literacy at 80.16%.
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 | 288 | 144 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 12 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 118 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 26 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Kupri
Kupri 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 Kupri
Public transport in the Kupri is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kupri is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kupri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kupri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kupri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kupri 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kupri
Where is Kupri located?
Kupri village is located in Kumarsain Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kupri?
The Gram Panchayat of Kupri is Karewathi.
What is the pincode of Kupri?
The pincode of Kupri is 172029.
What is the population of Kupri?
Kupri had a total population of 288, including 144 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Kupri?
Kupri had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kupri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kupri was 84.88%. Male literacy was 89.39% and female literacy was 80.16%.