Kaflani - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Kaflani is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Barait serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaflani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaflani is 050562. The village covers a total geographical area of 141.24 hectares and falls under the 263679 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kaflani 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 Kaflani
As per Census 2011, Kaflani village has a total population of 145 people, consisting of 64 males and 81 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,265 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 95 literate and 50 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaflani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 145 | 64 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 50 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 14 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Kaflani
Kaflani 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 Kaflani
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kaflani.
| 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 Bageshwar to Kaflani is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaflani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaflani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kaflani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaflani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kaflani
Where is Kaflani located?
Kaflani village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaflani?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaflani is Barait.
What is the pincode of Kaflani?
The pincode of Kaflani is 263679.
What is the population of Kaflani?
Kaflani has a total population of 145, including 64 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Kaflani?
There are 30 households in Kaflani.
What is the literacy rate in Kaflani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaflani is 65.52%. Male literacy is 78.13% and female literacy is 55.56%.