Kaula - Dwarahat, Almora
Kaula is a village situated in the Dwarahat tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dwarahat and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kaula Talla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaula is 052633. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.87 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Kaula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaula
As per Census 2011, Kaula village has a total population of 538 people, consisting of 256 males and 282 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 1,101 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 419 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 219 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 538 | 256 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 108 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 419 | 218 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 38 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Kaula
Kaula 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 Kaula
Public transport in the Kaula 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 Dwarahat to Kaula is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Kaula is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kaula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaula 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kaula
Where is Kaula located?
Kaula village is located in Dwarahat Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaula?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaula is Kaula Talla.
What is the pincode of Kaula?
The pincode of Kaula is 263653.
What is the population of Kaula?
Kaula has a total population of 538, including 256 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Kaula?
There are 127 households in Kaula.
What is the literacy rate in Kaula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaula is 77.88%. Male literacy is 85.16% and female literacy is 71.28%.