Kapasia - Alamnagar, Madhepura
Kapasia is a village situated in the Alamnagar subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alamnagar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Kishan Pur Ratwara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kapasia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapasia is 226183. The village covers a total geographical area of 475 hectares and falls under the 852219 pincode. Murliganj is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Kapasia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kapasia
As per Census 2011, Kapasia village has a total population of 2,426 people, consisting of 1,295 males and 1,131 females. The village has 533 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 499 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,052 literate and 1,374 illiterate residents. Additionally, 325 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kapasia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,426 | 1,295 | 1,131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 499 | 245 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 325 | 171 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,052 | 718 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,374 | 577 | 797 |
Nearby Villages of Kapasia
Kapasia 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 Kapasia
Kapasia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Murliganj to Kapasia is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Kapasia is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapasia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapasia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kapasia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapasia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kapasia
Where is Kapasia located?
Kapasia village is located in Alamnagar Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kapasia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kapasia is Kishan Pur Ratwara.
What is the pincode of Kapasia?
The pincode of Kapasia is 852219.
What is the population of Kapasia?
Kapasia has a total population of 2,426, including 1,295 males and 1,131 females.
How many households are there in Kapasia?
There are 533 households in Kapasia.
What is the literacy rate in Kapasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapasia is 43.36%. Male literacy is 55.44% and female literacy is 29.53%.