Kafulti - Ranikhet, Almora
Kafulti is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Timila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kafulti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kafulti is 052376. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.66 hectares and falls under the 263663 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Kafulti 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 Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kafulti
According to the 2011 Census, Kafulti village had a total population of 118 people, including 54 males and 64 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,185 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.63%, with male literacy at 95.74% and female literacy at 67.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 118 | 54 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 9 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Kafulti
Kafulti 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 Kafulti
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Kafulti.
| 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 Kafulti is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Kafulti is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kafulti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kafulti 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kafulti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kafulti 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kafulti
Where is Kafulti located?
Kafulti village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kafulti?
The Gram Panchayat of Kafulti is Timila.
What is the pincode of Kafulti?
The pincode of Kafulti is 263663.
What is the population of Kafulti?
Kafulti had a total population of 118, including 54 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Kafulti?
Kafulti had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kafulti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kafulti was 79.63%. Male literacy was 95.74% and female literacy was 67.21%.