Kaphald
Kaphald is a village located in Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Devprayag (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Kafald is the gram panchayat of Kaphald village.
Here you can discover what makes Kaphald unique in its vibrant Devprayag-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Kaphald’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kaphald
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kaphald is 043232. The village spans a total geographical area of 205.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249192. Kirtinagar is nearest town to Kaphald village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kaphald village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kaphald
Population of Kaphald
According to the 2011 Census, Kaphald has a total population of about 101, with approximately 40 males and 61 females. The sex ratio is around 1525 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 12 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.44%, with male literacy at about 72.50% and female literacy near 45.90%. There are around 31 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kaphald's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 101 | 40 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 11 | 33 |
Connectivity of Kaphald
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kaphald. As per the 2011 stats, Kaphald had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kaphald
Knowing the nearby villages of Kaphald helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kaphald.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kaphald
- Where is Kaphald located?
- Kaphald village is situated in Devprayag Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kaphald?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kaphald is Kafald (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kaphald?
- The pincode of Kaphald is 249192, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kaphald as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kaphald is 101, with 40 males and 61 females.
- How many households are there in Kaphald as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kaphald village has a total of 31 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kaphald as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kaphald is 56.44%. The male literacy rate is 72.50%, while the female literacy rate is 45.90%.