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
According to the 2011 Census, Kufara village had a total population of 252 people, including 134 males and 118 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.51%, with male literacy at 78.38% and female literacy at 53.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 86.
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 | 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 had a total population of 252, including 134 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Kufara?
Kufara had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kufara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kufara was 66.51%. Male literacy was 78.38% and female literacy was 53.06%.