Kafaldi - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Kafaldi is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 53 km from Kotdwara and around 128 km from Pauri. Ladokhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kafaldi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kafaldi is 048417. The village covers a total geographical area of 350.35 hectares and falls under the 246144 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Kafaldi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kafaldi
According to the 2011 Census, Kafaldi village had a total population of 109 people, including 59 males and 50 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 847 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.63%, with male literacy at 98.04% and female literacy at 63.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 109 | 59 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 50 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 9 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Kafaldi
Kafaldi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Manjiyari | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Ladokhi | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Amoli | North | 2.23 km |
| Saund | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Charekha | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Judarodiyal | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Kailakhar | South | 3.03 km |
| Char | West | 3.04 km |
| Ramri | South-East | 3.04 km |
| Chaundali | West | 3.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kafaldi
Kafaldi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.9 km.
| 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 Dogadda to Kafaldi is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Kafaldi is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kafaldi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kafaldi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kafaldi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kafaldi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kafaldi
Where is Kafaldi located?
Kafaldi village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kafaldi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kafaldi is Ladokhi.
What is the pincode of Kafaldi?
The pincode of Kafaldi is 246144.
What is the population of Kafaldi?
Kafaldi had a total population of 109, including 59 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Kafaldi?
Kafaldi had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kafaldi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kafaldi was 81.63%. Male literacy was 98.04% and female literacy was 63.83%.