Kaul - Betalghat, Nainital
Kaul is a village situated in the Betalghat tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Betalghat and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Taurad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaul is 054605. The village covers a total geographical area of 12.91 hectares and falls under the 263134 pincode. Nainital is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Kaul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kaul
According to the 2011 Census, Kaul village had a total population of 13 people, including 5 males and 8 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 1,600 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.33%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 75.00%.
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 | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Kaul
Kaul 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 Kaul
Kaul 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 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 Nainital to Kaul is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kaul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kaul
Where is Kaul located?
Kaul village is located in Betalghat Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kaul?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaul is Taurad.
What is the pincode of Kaul?
The pincode of Kaul is 263134.
What is the population of Kaul?
Kaul had a total population of 13, including 5 males and 8 females.
How many households are there in Kaul?
Kaul had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaul was 83.33%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 75.00%.