Kafalyani - Bhalai, Chamba
Kafalyani is a village situated in the Bhalai tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Ohra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kafalyani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kafalyani is 007314. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 176308 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Kafalyani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kafalyani
According to the 2011 Census, Kafalyani village had a total population of 119 people, including 59 males and 60 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.62%, with male literacy at 78.43% and female literacy at 57.41%.
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 | 119 | 59 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 40 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 19 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Kafalyani
Kafalyani 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 Kafalyani
Public transport in the Kafalyani is mainly available through shared van 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 Dalhousie to Kafalyani is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Kafalyani is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kafalyani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kafalyani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kafalyani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kafalyani 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kafalyani
Where is Kafalyani located?
Kafalyani village is located in Bhalai Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kafalyani?
The Gram Panchayat of Kafalyani is Ohra.
What is the pincode of Kafalyani?
The pincode of Kafalyani is 176308.
What is the population of Kafalyani?
Kafalyani had a total population of 119, including 59 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Kafalyani?
Kafalyani had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kafalyani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kafalyani was 67.62%. Male literacy was 78.43% and female literacy was 57.41%.