Kafana - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Kafana is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from Dehradun and around 119 km from New Tehri. Kafna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kafana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kafana is 043344. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.42 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Kafana 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 Kafana
According to the 2011 Census, Kafana village had a total population of 202 people, including 101 males and 101 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.01%, with male literacy at 87.64% and female literacy at 60.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 76, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 202 | 101 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 78 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 23 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Kafana
Kafana 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 Kafana
Public transport in the Kafana is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Srinagar to Kafana is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kafana is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kafana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kafana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kafana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kafana 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 Kafana
Where is Kafana located?
Kafana village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kafana?
The Gram Panchayat of Kafana is Kafna.
What is the pincode of Kafana?
The pincode of Kafana is 249161.
What is the population of Kafana?
Kafana had a total population of 202, including 101 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Kafana?
Kafana had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kafana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kafana was 74.01%. Male literacy was 87.64% and female literacy was 60.23%.