Kapar Phora - Madhepur, Madhubani
Kapar Phora is a village situated in the Madhepur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhepur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Mahisham serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kapar Phora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapar Phora is 220857. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.4 hectares and falls under the 847402 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Kapar Phora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulparas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhanjharpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kapar Phora
According to the 2011 Census, Kapar Phora village had a total population of 812 people, including 424 males and 388 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.79%, with male literacy at 68.24% and female literacy at 39.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 531.
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 | 812 | 424 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 84 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 531 | 282 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 349 | 232 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 463 | 192 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Kapar Phora
Kapar Phora 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 Kapar Phora
Kapar Phora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kapar Phora.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhanjharpur to Kapar Phora is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Kapar Phora is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapar Phora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapar Phora 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kapar Phora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapar Phora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kapar Phora
Where is Kapar Phora located?
Kapar Phora village is located in Madhepur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kapar Phora?
The Gram Panchayat of Kapar Phora is Mahisham.
What is the pincode of Kapar Phora?
The pincode of Kapar Phora is 847402.
What is the population of Kapar Phora?
Kapar Phora had a total population of 812, including 424 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Kapar Phora?
Kapar Phora had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kapar Phora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapar Phora was 54.79%. Male literacy was 68.24% and female literacy was 39.39%.