Kafla - Dalhousie, Chamba
Kafla is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Maluda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kafla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kafla is 007442. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.02 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Kafla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kafla
According to the 2011 Census, Kafla village had a total population of 416 people, including 203 males and 213 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.36%, with male literacy at 92.27% and female literacy at 63.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 224.
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 | 416 | 203 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 224 | 107 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 167 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 36 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Kafla
Kafla 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 Kafla
Kafla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalhousie to Kafla is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Kafla is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kafla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kafla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kafla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kafla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kafla
Where is Kafla located?
Kafla village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kafla?
The Gram Panchayat of Kafla is Maluda.
What is the pincode of Kafla?
The pincode of Kafla is 176303.
What is the population of Kafla?
Kafla had a total population of 416, including 203 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Kafla?
Kafla had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kafla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kafla was 77.36%. Male literacy was 92.27% and female literacy was 63.16%.