Kuftu - Nohra, Sirmaur
Kuftu is a village situated in the Nohra tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Ser Tendula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuftu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuftu is 022679. The village covers a total geographical area of 381.19 hectares and falls under the 173104 pincode. Rajgarh 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 Nahan 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 464 people, including 238 males and 226 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.49%, with male literacy at 97.06% and female literacy at 88.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 112.
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 | 464 | 238 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 34 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 56 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 382 | 198 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 40 | 42 |
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
Kuftu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Kuftu is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kuftu
Where is Kuftu located?
Kuftu village is located in Nohra Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuftu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuftu is Ser Tendula.
What is the pincode of Kuftu?
The pincode of Kuftu is 173104.
What is the population of Kuftu?
Kuftu had a total population of 464, including 238 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Kuftu?
Kuftu had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuftu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuftu was 92.49%. Male literacy was 97.06% and female literacy was 88.04%.