Kapei - Dalhousie, Chamba
Kapei is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Chuhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kapei village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapei is 007356. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.06 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kapei village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kapei
As per Census 2011, Kapei village has a total population of 34 people, consisting of 12 males and 22 females. The village has 9 households and a sex ratio of 1,833 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 20 literate and 14 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kapei are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 34 | 12 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 4 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Kapei
Kapei 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 Kapei
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kapei.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalhousie to Kapei is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Kapei is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapei
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapei 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 Kapei
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapei 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 Kapei
Where is Kapei located?
Kapei village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kapei?
The Gram Panchayat of Kapei is Chuhan.
What is the pincode of Kapei?
The pincode of Kapei is 176303.
What is the population of Kapei?
Kapei has a total population of 34, including 12 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Kapei?
There are 9 households in Kapei.
What is the literacy rate in Kapei?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapei is 58.82%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 54.55%.