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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Kafulti village has a total population of 118 people, consisting of 54 males and 64 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 1,185 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 86 literate and 32 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kafulti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 118 | 54 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| 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 has a total population of 118, including 54 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Kafulti?
There are 34 households in Kafulti.
What is the literacy rate in Kafulti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kafulti is 72.88%. Male literacy is 83.33% and female literacy is 64.06%.