Derha Kapa - Lalpur Thana, Mungeli
Derha Kapa is a village situated in the Lalpur Thana tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Lormi and around 76 km from Bilaspur. Kestarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Derha Kapa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Derha Kapa is 437809. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.57 hectares and falls under the 495115 pincode. Mungeli is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Derha 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 Lormi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Derha Kapa
According to the 2011 Census, Derha Kapa village had a total population of 416 people, including 214 males and 202 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.34%, with male literacy at 73.30% and female literacy at 61.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 416.
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 | 416 | 214 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 38 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 416 | 214 | 202 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 129 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 85 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Derha Kapa
Derha Kapa 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 Derha Kapa
Derha Kapa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Mungeli to Derha Kapa is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Derha Kapa is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Derha Kapa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Derha 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 Derha 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 Derha Kapa 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Derha Kapa
Where is Derha Kapa located?
Derha Kapa village is located in Lalpur Thana Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Derha Kapa?
The Gram Panchayat of Derha Kapa is Kestarpur.
What is the pincode of Derha Kapa?
The pincode of Derha Kapa is 495115.
What is the population of Derha Kapa?
Derha Kapa had a total population of 416, including 214 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Derha Kapa?
Derha Kapa had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Derha Kapa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Derha Kapa was 67.34%. Male literacy was 73.30% and female literacy was 61.27%.