Kafald - Thailisain, Pauri Garhwal
Kafald is a village situated in the Thailisain tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from Thalisain and around 77 km from Pauri. Kafald village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kafald is 046561. The village covers a total geographical area of 259.86 hectares and falls under the 246285 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Kafald village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Srinagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kafald
As per Census 2011, Kafald village has a total population of 592 people, consisting of 265 males and 327 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 1,233 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 372 literate and 220 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kafald are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 592 | 265 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 50 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 32 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 195 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 70 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Kafald
Kafald 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 Kafald
Public transport in the Kafald is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pauri to Kafald is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kafald
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kafald village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kafald
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kafald village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kafald
Where is Kafald located?
Kafald village is located in Thailisain Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kafald?
Kafald is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kafald?
The pincode of Kafald is 246285.
What is the population of Kafald?
Kafald has a total population of 592, including 265 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Kafald?
There are 119 households in Kafald.
What is the literacy rate in Kafald?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kafald is 62.84%. Male literacy is 73.58% and female literacy is 54.13%.