Pain Kuffar - Pajhota, Sirmaur
Pain Kuffar is a village situated in the Pajhota tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 169 km from Nahan. Jadol Taproli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pain Kuffar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pain Kuffar is 022520. The village covers a total geographical area of 291 hectares and falls under the 173024 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Pain Kuffar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pain Kuffar
According to the 2011 Census, Pain Kuffar village had a total population of 509 people, including 263 males and 246 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.46%, with male literacy at 91.15% and female literacy at 81.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74.
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 | 509 | 263 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 37 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 37 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 206 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 57 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Pain Kuffar
Pain Kuffar 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 Pain Kuffar
Pain Kuffar 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 Pain Kuffar is about 169 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pain Kuffar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pain Kuffar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pain Kuffar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pain Kuffar 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 Pain Kuffar
Where is Pain Kuffar located?
Pain Kuffar village is located in Pajhota Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pain Kuffar?
The Gram Panchayat of Pain Kuffar is Jadol Taproli.
What is the pincode of Pain Kuffar?
The pincode of Pain Kuffar is 173024.
What is the population of Pain Kuffar?
Pain Kuffar had a total population of 509, including 263 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Pain Kuffar?
Pain Kuffar had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pain Kuffar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pain Kuffar was 86.46%. Male literacy was 91.15% and female literacy was 81.57%.