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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kafali village had a total population of 13 people, including 6 males and 7 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 1,167 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.67%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 100.00%.
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 | 6 | 7 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 13, including 6 males and 7 females.
How many households are there in Kafali?
Kafali had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kafali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kafali was 91.67%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 100.00%.