Chaphan - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Chaphan is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Gangarkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaphan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaphan is 054537. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.48 hectares and falls under the 263134 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Chaphan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chaphan
According to the 2011 Census, Chaphan village had a total population of 154 people, including 75 males and 79 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.10%, with male literacy at 92.31% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 154 | 75 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 60 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 15 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Chaphan
Chaphan 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 Chaphan
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chaphan.
| 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 Almora to Chaphan is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Chaphan 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 Chaphan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaphan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chaphan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaphan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Chaphan
Where is Chaphan located?
Chaphan village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chaphan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaphan is Gangarkot.
What is the pincode of Chaphan?
The pincode of Chaphan is 263134.
What is the population of Chaphan?
Chaphan had a total population of 154, including 75 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Chaphan?
Chaphan had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaphan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaphan was 79.10%. Male literacy was 92.31% and female literacy was 66.67%.