Kaflari - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Kaflari is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Uprara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaflari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaflari is 050019. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.83 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Kaflari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaflari
According to the 2011 Census, Kaflari village had a total population of 96 people, including 45 males and 51 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,133 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.52%, with male literacy at 91.89% and female literacy at 70.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94.
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 | 96 | 45 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 44 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 34 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 11 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Kaflari
Kaflari 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 Kaflari
Kaflari 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 <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 Pithoragarh to Kaflari is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaflari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaflari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kaflari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaflari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kaflari
Where is Kaflari located?
Kaflari village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kaflari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaflari is Uprara.
What is the pincode of Kaflari?
The pincode of Kaflari is 262522.
What is the population of Kaflari?
Kaflari had a total population of 96, including 45 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Kaflari?
Kaflari had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaflari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaflari was 80.52%. Male literacy was 91.89% and female literacy was 70.00%.