Kaflana - Ranikhet, Almora
Kaflana is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Sutar Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaflana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaflana is 052279. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.55 hectares and falls under the 263652 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kaflana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Kaflana
According to the 2011 Census, Kaflana village had a total population of 159 people, including 71 males and 88 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,239 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.03%, with male literacy at 86.15% and female literacy at 67.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 159 | 71 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 56 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 15 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Kaflana
Kaflana 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 Kaflana
Kaflana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Ranikhet to Kaflana is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Kaflana is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaflana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaflana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kaflana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaflana 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kaflana
Where is Kaflana located?
Kaflana village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kaflana?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaflana is Sutar Gaon.
What is the pincode of Kaflana?
The pincode of Kaflana is 263652.
What is the population of Kaflana?
Kaflana had a total population of 159, including 71 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Kaflana?
Kaflana had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaflana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaflana was 76.03%. Male literacy was 86.15% and female literacy was 67.90%.