Kapana Wapara - Poundi-Uproda, Korba
Kapana Wapara is a village situated in the Poundi-Uproda tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poundi-uproda and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Parla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kapana Wapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapana Wapara is 435972. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.75 hectares and falls under the 495448 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kapana Wapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kapana Wapara
According to the 2011 Census, Kapana Wapara village had a total population of 541 people, including 266 males and 275 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.44%, with male literacy at 63.45% and female literacy at 47.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 401.
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 | 541 | 266 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 17 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 401 | 196 | 205 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 158 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 108 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Kapana Wapara
Kapana Wapara 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 Kapana Wapara
Kapana Wapara 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 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 Katghora to Kapana Wapara is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Kapana Wapara is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapana Wapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapana Wapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kapana Wapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapana Wapara 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 Kapana Wapara
Where is Kapana Wapara located?
Kapana Wapara village is located in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kapana Wapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kapana Wapara is Parla.
What is the pincode of Kapana Wapara?
The pincode of Kapana Wapara is 495448.
What is the population of Kapana Wapara?
Kapana Wapara had a total population of 541, including 266 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Kapana Wapara?
Kapana Wapara had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kapana Wapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapana Wapara was 55.44%. Male literacy was 63.45% and female literacy was 47.37%.