Kaphroulee - Dhari, Nainital
Kaphroulee is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Majuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaphroulee village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaphroulee is 054958. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.29 hectares and falls under the 263132 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kaphroulee 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 Kaphroulee
According to the 2011 Census, Kaphroulee village had a total population of 282 people, including 136 males and 146 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.85%, with male literacy at 95.28% and female literacy at 67.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 209.
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 | 282 | 136 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 9 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 98 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 121 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 15 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Kaphroulee
Kaphroulee 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 Kaphroulee
Kaphroulee 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 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 Bhimtal to Kaphroulee is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Kaphroulee is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaphroulee
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaphroulee village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kaphroulee
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaphroulee 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kaphroulee
Where is Kaphroulee located?
Kaphroulee village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaphroulee?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaphroulee is Majuli.
What is the pincode of Kaphroulee?
The pincode of Kaphroulee is 263132.
What is the population of Kaphroulee?
Kaphroulee had a total population of 282, including 136 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Kaphroulee?
Kaphroulee had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaphroulee?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaphroulee was 81.85%. Male literacy was 95.28% and female literacy was 67.77%.