Kapad Bandh - Songadh, Tapi
Kapad Bandh is a village situated in the Songadh taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songadh and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Vyara. Ghuntvel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kapad Bandh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapad Bandh is 524692. The village covers a total geographical area of 1144.72 hectares and falls under the 394670 pincode. Songadh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kapad Bandh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kapad Bandh
As per Census 2011, Kapad Bandh village has a total population of 402 people, consisting of 210 males and 192 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 168 literate and 234 illiterate residents. Additionally, 394 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kapad Bandh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 402 | 210 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 17 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 394 | 206 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 101 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 109 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Kapad Bandh
Kapad Bandh 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 Kapad Bandh
Public transport in the Kapad Bandh is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Songadh to Kapad Bandh is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Kapad Bandh is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapad Bandh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapad Bandh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kapad Bandh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapad Bandh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kapad Bandh
Where is Kapad Bandh located?
Kapad Bandh village is located in Songadh Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kapad Bandh?
The Gram Panchayat of Kapad Bandh is Ghuntvel.
What is the pincode of Kapad Bandh?
The pincode of Kapad Bandh is 394670.
What is the population of Kapad Bandh?
Kapad Bandh has a total population of 402, including 210 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Kapad Bandh?
There are 89 households in Kapad Bandh.
What is the literacy rate in Kapad Bandh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapad Bandh is 41.79%. Male literacy is 48.10% and female literacy is 34.90%.