Kapasia - Benipatti, Madhubani
Kapasia is a village situated in the Benipatti subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Benipatti and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Kapasia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapasia is 220340. The village covers a total geographical area of 270.94 hectares and falls under the 847213 pincode. Madhubani is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kapasia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Benipatti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhubani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kapasia
As per Census 2011, Kapasia village has a total population of 5,860 people, consisting of 3,050 males and 2,810 females. The village has 1,215 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,082 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,091 literate and 2,769 illiterate residents. Additionally, 249 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kapasia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,860 | 3,050 | 2,810 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,082 | 570 | 512 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 138 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | - | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3,091 | 1,874 | 1,217 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,769 | 1,176 | 1,593 |
Nearby Villages of Kapasia
Kapasia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Loha | North | 1.08 km |
| Saurath | South | 1.74 km |
| Belahi | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Bijalpura | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Mirzapur | West | 1.90 km |
| Nazirpur | East | 2.06 km |
| Ram Khetri | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Subhankarpur | North | 2.09 km |
| Pokhrauni | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Kumar Khat | North-East | 2.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kapasia
Kapasia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Madhubani, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madhubani to Kapasia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Kapasia is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kapasia
Where is Kapasia located?
Kapasia village is located in Benipatti Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kapasia?
Kapasia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kapasia?
The pincode of Kapasia is 847213.
What is the population of Kapasia?
Kapasia has a total population of 5,860, including 3,050 males and 2,810 females.
How many households are there in Kapasia?
There are 1,215 households in Kapasia.
What is the literacy rate in Kapasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapasia is 52.75%. Male literacy is 61.44% and female literacy is 43.31%.