Kafal Kot - Shama, Bageshwar
Kafal Kot is a village situated in the Shama tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from Kapkot and around 65 km from Bageshwar. Lathi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kafal Kot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kafal Kot is 050655. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.04 hectares and falls under the 263633 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Kafal Kot 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 Kafal Kot
According to the 2011 Census, Kafal Kot village had a total population of 85 people, including 39 males and 46 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,179 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.75%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 84.09%.
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 | 85 | 39 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 34 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 5 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Kafal Kot
Kafal Kot 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 Kafal Kot
Kafal Kot 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 Kafal Kot is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kafal Kot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kafal Kot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kafal Kot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kafal Kot 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kafal Kot
Where is Kafal Kot located?
Kafal Kot village is located in Shama Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kafal Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Kafal Kot is Lathi.
What is the pincode of Kafal Kot?
The pincode of Kafal Kot is 263633.
What is the population of Kafal Kot?
Kafal Kot had a total population of 85, including 39 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Kafal Kot?
Kafal Kot had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kafal Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kafal Kot was 88.75%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 84.09%.