Raja Kapa - Takhatpur, Bilaspur
Raja Kapa is a village situated in the Takhatpur tehsil of Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Takhatpur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Bilaspur. Parsakapa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raja Kapa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raja Kapa is 438547. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.59 hectares and falls under the 495330 pincode. Takhatpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Raja Kapa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Takhatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raja Kapa
As per Census 2011, Raja Kapa village has a total population of 568 people, consisting of 267 males and 301 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 1,127 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 324 literate and 244 illiterate residents. Additionally, 232 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raja Kapa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 568 | 267 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 43 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 116 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 324 | 177 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 90 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Raja Kapa
Raja Kapa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purena | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Barahi | West | 1.49 km |
| Chorma | North-East | 1.56 km |
| Bahurta | North | 1.59 km |
| Nigarbandh | South | 1.59 km |
| Parsa Kapa | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Chulghat | West | 2.30 km |
| Pandariya | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Khudiyadih | East | 2.31 km |
| Sanwadabra | North-West | 2.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raja Kapa
Raja Kapa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kalmitar, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Takhatpur to Raja Kapa is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Raja Kapa is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raja Kapa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raja Kapa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raja Kapa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raja Kapa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raja Kapa
Where is Raja Kapa located?
Raja Kapa village is located in Takhatpur Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raja Kapa?
The Gram Panchayat of Raja Kapa is Parsakapa.
What is the pincode of Raja Kapa?
The pincode of Raja Kapa is 495330.
What is the population of Raja Kapa?
Raja Kapa has a total population of 568, including 267 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Raja Kapa?
There are 134 households in Raja Kapa.
What is the literacy rate in Raja Kapa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raja Kapa is 57.04%. Male literacy is 66.29% and female literacy is 48.84%.