Kuftu

Kuftu is a village located in Theog tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 36km away from district headquarter Theog. Theog is the sub-district headquarter of Kuftu village. As per 2009 stats, Dhamandri is the gram panchayat of Kuftu village.

Kuftu 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 Kuftu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kuftu is 025195. The village spans a total geographical area of 22.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171201. Theog is nearest town to Kuftu village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Kuftu 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 Theog 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.

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Population of Kuftu

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 41 18 23
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 2 N/A 2
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 27 16 11
Illiterate Population 14 2 12

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

  • The total population of Kuftu village is around 41, including approximately 18 males and 23 females, with a sex ratio of 1277 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 2 children aged 0–6 years in Kuftu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Kuftu village is about 65.85%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 47.83%.
  • There are around 9 households in Kuftu village.

Connectivity of Kuftu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kuftu. As per the 2011 stats, Kuftu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kuftu

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Kuftu

Where is Kuftu located?
Kuftu village is situated in Theog Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuftu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuftu is Dhamandri (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 171201, 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 41, with 18 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Kuftu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kuftu village has a total of 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuftu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kuftu is 65.85%. The male literacy rate is 88.89%, while the female literacy rate is 47.83%.