Kufara - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Kufara is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Dhakada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kufara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kufara is 040153. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.04 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Kufara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kufara
As per Census 2011, Kufara village has a total population of 252 people, consisting of 134 males and 118 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 139 literate and 113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 86 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kufara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 252 | 134 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 41 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 87 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 47 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Kufara
Kufara 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 Kufara
Kufara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Kufara is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Kufara is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kufara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kufara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kufara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kufara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kufara
Where is Kufara located?
Kufara village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kufara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kufara is Dhakada.
What is the pincode of Kufara?
The pincode of Kufara is 249185.
What is the population of Kufara?
Kufara has a total population of 252, including 134 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Kufara?
There are 29 households in Kufara.
What is the literacy rate in Kufara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kufara is 55.16%. Male literacy is 64.93% and female literacy is 44.07%.