Kaprin - Shopian
Kaprin is a village situated in the Shopian tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Shopian and around 12 km from Shopian. Kaprin village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaprin is 003505. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.4 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kaprin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wachi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaprin
As per Census 2011, Kaprin village has a total population of 1,630 people, consisting of 814 males and 816 females. The village has 286 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 217 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,038 literate and 592 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaprin are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,630 | 814 | 816 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 109 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 1,038 | 591 | 447 |
| Illiterate Population | 592 | 223 | 369 |
Nearby Villages of Kaprin
Kaprin 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 Kaprin
Kaprin is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Shopiyan to Kaprin is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Kaprin is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaprin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaprin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kaprin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaprin village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kaprin
Where is Kaprin located?
Kaprin village is located in Shopian Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaprin?
Kaprin is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kaprin?
The pincode of Kaprin is 192303.
What is the population of Kaprin?
Kaprin has a total population of 1,630, including 814 males and 816 females.
How many households are there in Kaprin?
There are 286 households in Kaprin.
What is the literacy rate in Kaprin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaprin is 63.68%. Male literacy is 72.60% and female literacy is 54.78%.