Kafalna
Kafalna is a village located in Jakhnidhar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Jakhnidhar (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Kafalna village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kafalna unique in its vibrant Jakhnidhar-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Kafalna’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 Kafalna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kafalna is 043713. The village spans a total geographical area of 21.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249121. Tehri is nearest town to Kafalna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 53km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kafalna 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 Tehri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kafalna
Population of Kafalna
According to the 2011 Census, Kafalna has a total population of about 147, with approximately 63 males and 84 females. The sex ratio is around 1333 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 22 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 54.42%, with male literacy at about 58.73% and female literacy near 51.19%. There are around 42 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kafalna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 147 | 63 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 80 | 37 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 26 | 41 |
Connectivity of Kafalna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kafalna. As per the 2011 stats, Kafalna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kafalna
Knowing the nearby villages of Kafalna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kafalna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kafalna
- Where is Kafalna located?
- Kafalna village is situated in Jakhnidhar Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kafalna?
- Kafalna serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kafalna?
- The pincode of Kafalna is 249121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kafalna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kafalna is 147, with 63 males and 84 females.
- How many households are there in Kafalna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kafalna village has a total of 42 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kafalna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kafalna is 54.42%. The male literacy rate is 58.73%, while the female literacy rate is 51.19%.