Kafali - Bhanoli, Almora
Kafali is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kafali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kafali is 053566. The village covers a total geographical area of 254.01 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Kafali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kafali
As per Census 2011, Kafali village has a total population of 927 people, consisting of 432 males and 495 females. The village has 191 households and a sex ratio of 1,145 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 503 literate and 424 illiterate residents. Additionally, 376 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kafali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 927 | 432 | 495 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 86 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 376 | 174 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 503 | 279 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 153 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Kafali
Kafali 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 Kafali
Kafali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Kafali is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kafali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kafali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kafali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kafali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kafali
Where is Kafali located?
Kafali village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kafali?
Kafali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kafali?
The pincode of Kafali is 263623.
What is the population of Kafali?
Kafali has a total population of 927, including 432 males and 495 females.
How many households are there in Kafali?
There are 191 households in Kafali.
What is the literacy rate in Kafali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kafali is 54.26%. Male literacy is 64.58% and female literacy is 45.25%.