Kepu

Kepu is a village located in Kumharsain tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 104km away from district headquarter Kumharsain. Kumharsain is the sub-district headquarter of Kepu village. As per 2009 stats, Kirti is the gram panchayat of Kepu village.

Kepu has its own place in the vibrant Shimla 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 Kepu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kepu is 023890. The village spans a total geographical area of 251.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172030. Narkanda is nearest town to Kepu village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Kepu

Below is a concise population overview of Kepu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 245 133 112
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 22 15 7
Scheduled Castes (SC) 133 69 64
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 177 104 73
Illiterate Population 68 29 39

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kepu village:

  • The total population of Kepu village is around 245, including approximately 133 males and 112 females, with a sex ratio of 842 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 22 children aged 0–6 years in Kepu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kepu village has 133 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kepu village is about 72.24%, with male literacy at 78.20% and female literacy at 65.18%.
  • There are around 71 households in Kepu village.

Connectivity of Kepu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kepu. As per the 2011 stats, Kepu 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 Kepu

Knowing the nearby villages of Kepu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kepu.

Shanad Sakundi Chimla Manan Kirti Sainj Paranu Gharal Nanjha Dalan Bhanana Shawat Shathla

Frequently Asked Questions about Kepu

Where is Kepu located?
Kepu village is situated in Kumharsain Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kepu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kepu is Kirti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kepu?
The pincode of Kepu is 172030, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kepu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kepu is 245, with 133 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Kepu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kepu village has a total of 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kepu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kepu is 72.24%. The male literacy rate is 78.20%, while the female literacy rate is 65.18%.