Kafal Kot - Almora
Kafal Kot is a village situated in the Almora tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Almora, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Kafalkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kafal Kot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kafal Kot is 053007. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.2 hectares and falls under the 263643 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kafal Kot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kafal Kot
As per Census 2011, Kafal Kot village has a total population of 212 people, consisting of 84 males and 128 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 1,523 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 122 literate and 90 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kafal Kot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 212 | 84 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 41 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 60 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 24 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Kafal Kot
Kafal Kot 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 Kafal Kot
Public transport in the Kafal Kot 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 Almora to Kafal Kot is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kafal Kot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kafal Kot 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 Kafal Kot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kafal Kot 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kafal Kot
Where is Kafal Kot located?
Kafal Kot village is located in Almora Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kafal Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Kafal Kot is Kafalkot.
What is the pincode of Kafal Kot?
The pincode of Kafal Kot is 263643.
What is the population of Kafal Kot?
Kafal Kot has a total population of 212, including 84 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Kafal Kot?
There are 47 households in Kafal Kot.
What is the literacy rate in Kafal Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kafal Kot is 57.55%. Male literacy is 71.43% and female literacy is 48.44%.