Chifalet - Kanda, Bageshwar
Chifalet is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Palibagyali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chifalet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chifalet is 050752. The village covers a total geographical area of 5.86 hectares and falls under the 263641 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Chifalet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chifalet
As per Census 2011, Chifalet village has a total population of 39 people, consisting of 20 males and 19 females. The village has 10 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 1 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 35 literate and 4 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chifalet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 1 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Chifalet
Chifalet 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 Chifalet
Chifalet 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Chifalet is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chifalet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chifalet 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 Chifalet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chifalet 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chifalet
Where is Chifalet located?
Chifalet village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chifalet?
The Gram Panchayat of Chifalet is Palibagyali.
What is the pincode of Chifalet?
The pincode of Chifalet is 263641.
What is the population of Chifalet?
Chifalet has a total population of 39, including 20 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Chifalet?
There are 10 households in Chifalet.
What is the literacy rate in Chifalet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chifalet is 89.74%. Male literacy is 95.00% and female literacy is 84.21%.