Kapholi - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Kapholi is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Harsila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kapholi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapholi is 050604. The village covers a total geographical area of 128.38 hectares and falls under the 263642 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kapholi 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 Kapholi
As per Census 2011, Kapholi village has a total population of 221 people, consisting of 99 males and 122 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 1,232 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 133 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kapholi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 221 | 99 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 12 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 28 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 73 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 26 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Kapholi
Kapholi 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 Kapholi
Kapholi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Kapholi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapholi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kapholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapholi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kapholi
Where is Kapholi located?
Kapholi village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kapholi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kapholi is Harsila.
What is the pincode of Kapholi?
The pincode of Kapholi is 263642.
What is the population of Kapholi?
Kapholi has a total population of 221, including 99 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Kapholi?
There are 48 households in Kapholi.
What is the literacy rate in Kapholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapholi is 60.18%. Male literacy is 73.74% and female literacy is 49.18%.