Kaphulti - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Kaphulti is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 73 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Tuneta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaphulti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaphulti is 044194. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.48 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kaphulti 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 Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaphulti
According to the 2011 Census, Kaphulti village had a total population of 115 people, including 62 males and 53 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 855 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.70%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 63.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42.
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 | 115 | 62 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 49 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 13 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Kaphulti
Kaphulti 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 Kaphulti
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kaphulti. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kaphulti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mussoorie to Kaphulti is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kaphulti is about 73 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 Kaphulti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaphulti 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 Kaphulti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaphulti 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 Kaphulti
Where is Kaphulti located?
Kaphulti village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kaphulti?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaphulti is Tuneta.
What is the pincode of Kaphulti?
The pincode of Kaphulti is 249180.
What is the population of Kaphulti?
Kaphulti had a total population of 115, including 62 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Kaphulti?
Kaphulti had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaphulti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaphulti was 76.70%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 63.83%.