Kafalni - Bhanoli, Almora
Kafalni is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Sukana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kafalni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kafalni is 053650. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.68 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Kafalni 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 Kafalni
As per Census 2011, Kafalni village has a total population of 51 people, consisting of 23 males and 28 females. The village has 9 households and a sex ratio of 1,217 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 28 literate and 23 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kafalni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 9 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Kafalni
Kafalni 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 Kafalni
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kafalni.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Almora to Kafalni is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kafalni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kafalni 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kafalni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kafalni 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 Kafalni
Where is Kafalni located?
Kafalni village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kafalni?
The Gram Panchayat of Kafalni is Sukana.
What is the pincode of Kafalni?
The pincode of Kafalni is 263622.
What is the population of Kafalni?
Kafalni has a total population of 51, including 23 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Kafalni?
There are 9 households in Kafalni.
What is the literacy rate in Kafalni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kafalni is 54.90%. Male literacy is 60.87% and female literacy is 50.00%.