Kuftu
About Kuftu
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kuftu village is 024670. Kuftu village is located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kuftu village. As per 2009 stats, Dhalli is the gram panchayat of Kuftu village.
The total geographical area of village is 3.46 hectares. Kuftu has a total population of 68 peoples, out of which male population is 33 while female population is 35. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1060 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kuftu village is 82.35% out of which 87.88% males and 77.14% females are literate. There are about 15 houses in kuftu village. Pincode of kuftu village locality is 171001.
When it comes to administration, Kuftu village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kuftu village comes under Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Shimla is nearest town to kuftu village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kuftu
The population details of Kuftu cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 4 | 8 |
Connectivity of Kuftu
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kuftu
Where is Kuftu located?
Kuftu village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuftu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuftu is Dhalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kuftu?
The pincode of Kuftu is 171001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kuftu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kuftu is 68, with 33 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Kuftu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kuftu village has a total of 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuftu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kuftu is 82.35%. The male literacy rate is 87.88%, while the female literacy rate is 77.14%.