Kapavaram - Korukonda, East Godavari
Kapavaram is a village situated in the Korukonda mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Korukonda and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Kapavaram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapavaram is 587388. The village covers a total geographical area of 1013 hectares and falls under the 533289 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kapavaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kapavaram
As per Census 2011, Kapavaram village has a total population of 3,460 people, consisting of 1,719 males and 1,741 females. The village has 901 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 371 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,061 literate and 1,399 illiterate residents. Additionally, 908 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kapavaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,460 | 1,719 | 1,741 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 371 | 196 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 908 | 436 | 472 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 20 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,061 | 1,014 | 1,047 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,399 | 705 | 694 |
Nearby Villages of Kapavaram
Kapavaram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Korukonda | North | 2.67 km |
| Munagala | West | 3.13 km |
| Burugupudi | South | 3.15 km |
| Jambupatnam | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Srirangapatnam | North | 3.39 km |
| Butchempeta | South-West | 4.21 km |
| Koti | North-West | 4.48 km |
| Dosakayalapalle | South-East | 5.14 km |
| Kunavaram | West | 5.54 km |
| Narasapuram | North-East | 5.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kapavaram
Kapavaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Godavari, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 3.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajahmundry to Kapavaram is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Kapavaram is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapavaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapavaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kapavaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapavaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kapavaram
Where is Kapavaram located?
Kapavaram village is located in Korukonda Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kapavaram?
Kapavaram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kapavaram?
The pincode of Kapavaram is 533289.
What is the population of Kapavaram?
Kapavaram has a total population of 3,460, including 1,719 males and 1,741 females.
How many households are there in Kapavaram?
There are 901 households in Kapavaram.
What is the literacy rate in Kapavaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapavaram is 59.57%. Male literacy is 58.99% and female literacy is 60.14%.