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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kaflani village had a total population of 145 people, including 64 males and 81 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,266 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.00%, with male literacy at 89.29% and female literacy at 65.22%.
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 | 145 | 64 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 145, including 64 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Kaflani?
Kaflani had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaflani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaflani was 76.00%. Male literacy was 89.29% and female literacy was 65.22%.