Kapea - Tikari, Gaya
Kapea is a village situated in the Tikari subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikari and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Makhdumpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kapea village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapea is 254709. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 824236 pincode. Tikari is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kapea village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Kapea
According to the 2011 Census, Kapea village had a total population of 751 people, including 380 males and 371 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.29%, with male literacy at 89.34% and female literacy at 55.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94.
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 | 751 | 380 | 371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 61 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 45 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 450 | 285 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 95 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Kapea
Kapea 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 Kapea
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kapea.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tikari to Kapea is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Kapea is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapea
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapea 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kapea
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapea 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 Kapea
Where is Kapea located?
Kapea village is located in Tikari Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kapea?
The Gram Panchayat of Kapea is Makhdumpur.
What is the pincode of Kapea?
The pincode of Kapea is 824236.
What is the population of Kapea?
Kapea had a total population of 751, including 380 males and 371 females.
How many households are there in Kapea?
Kapea had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kapea?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapea was 73.29%. Male literacy was 89.34% and female literacy was 55.93%.