Kufri Junga
Kufri Junga is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 14km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kufri Junga village. As per 2009 stats, Kufri Shawah is the gram panchayat of Kufri Junga village.
Here you can discover what makes Kufri Junga unique in its vibrant Shimla Rural-Shimla region. You’ll see Kufri Junga’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 Kufri Junga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kufri Junga is 024761. The village spans a total geographical area of 115 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171007. Shimla is nearest town to Kufri Junga village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kufri Junga village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kufri Junga
Population of Kufri Junga
According to the 2011 Census, Kufri Junga has a total population of about 319, with approximately 158 males and 161 females. The sex ratio is around 1018 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 38 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 121 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.43%, with male literacy at about 81.65% and female literacy near 73.29%. There are around 77 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kufri Junga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 319 | 158 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 60 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 247 | 129 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 29 | 43 |
Connectivity of Kufri Junga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kufri Junga. As per the 2011 stats, Kufri Junga 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 Kufri Junga
Knowing the nearby villages of Kufri Junga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kufri Junga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kufri Junga
- Where is Kufri Junga located?
- Kufri Junga village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kufri Junga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kufri Junga is Kufri Shawah (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kufri Junga?
- The pincode of Kufri Junga is 171007, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kufri Junga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kufri Junga is 319, with 158 males and 161 females.
- How many households are there in Kufri Junga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kufri Junga village has a total of 77 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kufri Junga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kufri Junga is 77.43%. The male literacy rate is 81.65%, while the female literacy rate is 73.29%.