Kafali - Dhari, Nainital
Kafali is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 72 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Sunkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kafali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kafali is 055011. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.15 hectares and falls under the 263136 pincode. Nainital is the nearest town, located about 112 km away.
Kafali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kafali
As per Census 2011, Kafali village has a total population of 13 people, consisting of 6 males and 7 females. The village has 2 households and a sex ratio of 1,166 females per 1,000 males. There are 1 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 11 literate and 2 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kafali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Kafali
Kafali 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 Kafali
Public transport in the Kafali 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 Nainital to Kafali is about 112 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kafali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kafali 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kafali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kafali 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kafali
Where is Kafali located?
Kafali village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kafali?
The Gram Panchayat of Kafali is Sunkot.
What is the pincode of Kafali?
The pincode of Kafali is 263136.
What is the population of Kafali?
Kafali has a total population of 13, including 6 males and 7 females.
How many households are there in Kafali?
There are 2 households in Kafali.
What is the literacy rate in Kafali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kafali is 84.62%. Male literacy is 83.33% and female literacy is 85.71%.