Kaul - Dhari, Nainital
Kaul is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Kaul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaul is 054931. The village covers a total geographical area of 171.31 hectares and falls under the 263132 pincode. Bhowali is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Kaul 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 Kaul
According to the 2011 Census, Kaul village had a total population of 643 people, including 341 males and 302 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.11%, with male literacy at 90.03% and female literacy at 68.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 68.
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 | 643 | 341 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 50 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 32 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 431 | 262 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 79 | 133 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhowali to Kaul is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Kaul is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kaul
Where is Kaul located?
Kaul village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaul?
Kaul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kaul?
The pincode of Kaul is 263132.
What is the population of Kaul?
Kaul had a total population of 643, including 341 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Kaul?
Kaul had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaul was 80.11%. Male literacy was 90.03% and female literacy was 68.42%.