Kapilaspur - Manjha, Gopalganj
Kapilaspur is a village situated in the Manjha subdivision of Gopalganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manjha and around 2 km from the district headquarters in Gopalganj. Paithan Patti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kapilaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapilaspur is 230941. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 841427 pincode. Gopalganj is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Kapilaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kapilaspur
As per Census 2011, Kapilaspur village has a total population of 2,172 people, consisting of 1,120 males and 1,052 females. The village has 351 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 425 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,176 literate and 996 illiterate residents. Additionally, 646 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kapilaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,172 | 1,120 | 1,052 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 425 | 216 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 646 | 327 | 319 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,176 | 662 | 514 |
| Illiterate Population | 996 | 458 | 538 |
Nearby Villages of Kapilaspur
Kapilaspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mir Alipur | North | 0.86 km |
| Chanwar Amaithii | West | 0.87 km |
| Bahora Tola | East | 1.74 km |
| Purdil Tola | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Gopla Math | South | 2.13 km |
| Korar | South | 2.17 km |
| Dewapur Mathia | South | 2.18 km |
| Hardia | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Zafar Tola | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Bhojpurwa | North-East | 2.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kapilaspur
Kapilaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gopalganj, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.9 km.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gopalganj to Kapilaspur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapilaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapilaspur 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kapilaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapilaspur 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 Kapilaspur
Where is Kapilaspur located?
Kapilaspur village is located in Manjha Subdivision, Gopalganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kapilaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kapilaspur is Paithan Patti.
What is the pincode of Kapilaspur?
The pincode of Kapilaspur is 841427.
What is the population of Kapilaspur?
Kapilaspur has a total population of 2,172, including 1,120 males and 1,052 females.
How many households are there in Kapilaspur?
There are 351 households in Kapilaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Kapilaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapilaspur is 54.14%. Male literacy is 59.11% and female literacy is 48.86%.