Kaphool Gaon - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Kaphool Gaon is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 69 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Paunsara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaphool Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaphool Gaon is 043079. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.89 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Kaphool Gaon 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 Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaphool Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kaphool Gaon village had a total population of 17 people, including 8 males and 9 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.75%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 88.89%.
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 | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Kaphool Gaon
Kaphool Gaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Langoor | North | 0.52 km |
| Paunsanda | South-West | 0.79 km |
| Dalmasa | South-East | 1.04 km |
| Kanda Laga Langoor | North | 1.29 km |
| Garakot | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Musana Gaon | North | 2.06 km |
| Takrari Chham | West | 2.09 km |
| Bhutiyana | West | 2.11 km |
| Koti Chalayion Kee | East | 2.16 km |
| Gosil | North-East | 2.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kaphool Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kaphool Gaon. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.7 km.
| 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 Devprayag to Kaphool Gaon is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kaphool Gaon is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaphool Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaphool Gaon 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kaphool Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaphool Gaon 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 Kaphool Gaon
Where is Kaphool Gaon located?
Kaphool Gaon village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kaphool Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaphool Gaon is Paunsara.
What is the pincode of Kaphool Gaon?
The pincode of Kaphool Gaon is 249122.
What is the population of Kaphool Gaon?
Kaphool Gaon had a total population of 17, including 8 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Kaphool Gaon?
Kaphool Gaon had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaphool Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaphool Gaon was 93.75%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 88.89%.