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
As per Census 2011, Kuftu village has a total population of 464 people, consisting of 238 males and 226 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 382 literate and 82 illiterate residents. Additionally, 112 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuftu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 464 | 238 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 34 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 56 | 56 |
| 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 has a total population of 464, including 238 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Kuftu?
There are 97 households in Kuftu.
What is the literacy rate in Kuftu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuftu is 82.33%. Male literacy is 83.19% and female literacy is 81.42%.