Kaflekh - Lohaghat, Champawat
Kaflekh is a village situated in the Lohaghat tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lohaghat and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Majhera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaflekh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaflekh is 054297. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.79 hectares and falls under the 262524 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Kaflekh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kaflekh
According to the 2011 Census, Kaflekh village had a total population of 36 people, including 16 males and 20 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 1,250 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.79%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 61.11%.
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 | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 1 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Kaflekh
Kaflekh 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 Kaflekh
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kaflekh.
| 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 Lohaghat to Kaflekh is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Kaflekh is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaflekh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaflekh 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 Kaflekh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaflekh 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 Kaflekh
Where is Kaflekh located?
Kaflekh village is located in Lohaghat Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kaflekh?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaflekh is Majhera.
What is the pincode of Kaflekh?
The pincode of Kaflekh is 262524.
What is the population of Kaflekh?
Kaflekh had a total population of 36, including 16 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Kaflekh?
Kaflekh had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaflekh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaflekh was 78.79%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 61.11%.