Kapas - Pangna, Mandi
Kapas is a village situated in the Pangna tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 95 km from Mandi. Kalashan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kapas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapas is 015928. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.88 hectares and falls under the 175009 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Kapas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karsog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kapas
According to the 2011 Census, Kapas village had a total population of 269 people, including 136 males and 133 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.48%, with male literacy at 94.26% and female literacy at 76.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 269 | 136 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 115 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 21 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Kapas
Kapas 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 Kapas
Kapas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Mandi to Kapas is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kapas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapas 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 Kapas
Where is Kapas located?
Kapas village is located in Pangna Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kapas?
The Gram Panchayat of Kapas is Kalashan.
What is the pincode of Kapas?
The pincode of Kapas is 175009.
What is the population of Kapas?
Kapas had a total population of 269, including 136 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Kapas?
Kapas had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kapas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapas was 85.48%. Male literacy was 94.26% and female literacy was 76.98%.