Kuftu - Theog, Shimla
Kuftu is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Dhamandri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuftu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuftu is 025195. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.84 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Kuftu 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 Kuftu
According to the 2011 Census, Kuftu village had a total population of 41 people, including 18 males and 23 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,278 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.23%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 52.38%.
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 | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 2 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Kuftu
Kuftu 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 Kuftu
Public transport in the Kuftu is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Kuftu is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuftu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuftu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kuftu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuftu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kuftu
Where is Kuftu located?
Kuftu village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuftu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuftu is Dhamandri.
What is the pincode of Kuftu?
The pincode of Kuftu is 171201.
What is the population of Kuftu?
Kuftu had a total population of 41, including 18 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Kuftu?
Kuftu had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuftu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuftu was 69.23%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 52.38%.