Kaphalpani - Pokhari, Chamoli
Kaphalpani is a village situated in the Pokhari tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokhari and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Trishula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaphalpani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaphalpani is 041198. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.34 hectares and falls under the 246449 pincode. Nandprayag is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Kaphalpani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badrinath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaphalpani
According to the 2011 Census, Kaphalpani village had a total population of 93 people, including 49 males and 44 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.18%, with male literacy at 88.10% and female literacy at 74.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 93 | 49 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 12 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Kaphalpani
Kaphalpani 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 Kaphalpani
Kaphalpani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nandprayag to Kaphalpani is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Kaphalpani is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaphalpani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaphalpani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kaphalpani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaphalpani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kaphalpani
Where is Kaphalpani located?
Kaphalpani village is located in Pokhari Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaphalpani?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaphalpani is Trishula.
What is the pincode of Kaphalpani?
The pincode of Kaphalpani is 246449.
What is the population of Kaphalpani?
Kaphalpani had a total population of 93, including 49 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Kaphalpani?
Kaphalpani had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaphalpani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaphalpani was 81.18%. Male literacy was 88.10% and female literacy was 74.42%.