Kafaldi - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Kafaldi is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from Lansdowne and around 74 km from Pauri. Simalya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kafaldi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kafaldi is 047319. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.81 hectares and falls under the 246144 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kafaldi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kafaldi
According to the 2011 Census, Kafaldi village had a total population of 250 people, including 120 males and 130 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,083 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.11%, with male literacy at 94.23% and female literacy at 71.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 250 | 120 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 98 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 22 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Kafaldi
Kafaldi 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 Kafaldi
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Kafaldi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Lansdowne to Kafaldi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Kafaldi is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kafaldi
Where is Kafaldi located?
Kafaldi village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kafaldi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kafaldi is Simalya.
What is the pincode of Kafaldi?
The pincode of Kafaldi is 246144.
What is the population of Kafaldi?
Kafaldi had a total population of 250, including 120 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Kafaldi?
Kafaldi had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kafaldi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kafaldi was 82.11%. Male literacy was 94.23% and female literacy was 71.05%.