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
According to the 2011 Census, Kapholi village had a total population of 221 people, including 99 males and 122 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,232 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.63%, with male literacy at 83.91% and female literacy at 57.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63.
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 | 221 | 99 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 12 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 28 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 221, including 99 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Kapholi?
Kapholi had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kapholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapholi was 69.63%. Male literacy was 83.91% and female literacy was 57.69%.