Kaspur - Amarpur, Banka
Kaspur is a village situated in the Amarpur subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amarpur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Gorgama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaspur is 240661. The village covers a total geographical area of 104 hectares and falls under the 813104 pincode. Amarpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kaspur
As per Census 2011, Kaspur village has a total population of 2,012 people, consisting of 1,094 males and 918 females. The village has 330 households and a sex ratio of 839 females per 1,000 males. There are 383 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 900 literate and 1,112 illiterate residents. Additionally, 161 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,012 | 1,094 | 918 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 383 | 213 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 94 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 900 | 542 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,112 | 552 | 560 |
Nearby Villages of Kaspur
Kaspur 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 Kaspur
Kaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Amarpur to Kaspur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Kaspur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kaspur
Where is Kaspur located?
Kaspur village is located in Amarpur Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaspur is Gorgama.
What is the pincode of Kaspur?
The pincode of Kaspur is 813104.
What is the population of Kaspur?
Kaspur has a total population of 2,012, including 1,094 males and 918 females.
How many households are there in Kaspur?
There are 330 households in Kaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Kaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaspur is 44.73%. Male literacy is 49.54% and female literacy is 39.00%.