Kaphura - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Kaphura is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Kafuda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaphura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaphura is 054574. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.04 hectares and falls under the 263138 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kaphura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kaphura
As per Census 2011, Kaphura village has a total population of 478 people, consisting of 214 males and 264 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 1,233 females per 1,000 males. There are 98 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 300 literate and 178 illiterate residents. Additionally, 339 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaphura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 478 | 214 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 45 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 339 | 160 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 151 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 63 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Kaphura
Kaphura 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 Kaphura
Kaphura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Almora to Kaphura is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Kaphura is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaphura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaphura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kaphura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaphura 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kaphura
Where is Kaphura located?
Kaphura village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaphura?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaphura is Kafuda.
What is the pincode of Kaphura?
The pincode of Kaphura is 263138.
What is the population of Kaphura?
Kaphura has a total population of 478, including 214 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Kaphura?
There are 87 households in Kaphura.
What is the literacy rate in Kaphura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaphura is 62.76%. Male literacy is 70.56% and female literacy is 56.44%.