Kapei

Kapei is a village located in Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Dalhousie (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Chamba. As per 2009 stats, Chuhan is the gram panchayat of Kapei village.

Here you can discover what makes Kapei unique in its vibrant Dalhousie-Chamba region. You’ll see Kapei’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Kapei

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kapei is 007356. The village spans a total geographical area of 111.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176303. Dalhousie is nearest town to Kapei village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kapei village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kapei

According to the 2011 Census, Kapei has a total population of about 34, with approximately 12 males and 22 females. The sex ratio is around 1833 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 5 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.82%, with male literacy at about 66.67% and female literacy near 54.55%. There are around 9 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kapei's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 34 12 22
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 5 2 3
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 20 8 12
Illiterate Population 14 4 10

Connectivity of Kapei

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kapei. As per the 2011 stats, Kapei had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kapei

Knowing the nearby villages of Kapei helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kapei.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kapei

Where is Kapei located?
Kapei village is situated in Dalhousie Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kapei?
The Gram Panchayat of Kapei is Chuhan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kapei?
The pincode of Kapei is 176303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kapei as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kapei is 34, with 12 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Kapei as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kapei village has a total of 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kapei as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kapei is 58.82%. The male literacy rate is 66.67%, while the female literacy rate is 54.55%.