Kaprol - Theog, Shimla
Kaprol is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Kyar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaprol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaprol is 025070. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Kaprol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaprol
According to the 2011 Census, Kaprol village had a total population of 142 people, including 68 males and 74 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,088 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.07%, with male literacy at 90.32% and female literacy at 68.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 77.
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 | 142 | 68 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 34 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 56 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 12 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Kaprol
Kaprol 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 Kaprol
Kaprol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Shimla to Kaprol is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaprol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaprol 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kaprol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaprol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kaprol
Where is Kaprol located?
Kaprol village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaprol?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaprol is Kyar.
What is the pincode of Kaprol?
The pincode of Kaprol is 171201.
What is the population of Kaprol?
Kaprol had a total population of 142, including 68 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Kaprol?
Kaprol had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaprol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaprol was 79.07%. Male literacy was 90.32% and female literacy was 68.66%.