Kapran - Shahbad Bala, Anantnag
Kapran is a village situated in the Shahbad Bala tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Dooru and around 42 km from Anantnag. Kapran A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kapran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapran is 003875. The village covers a total geographical area of 189.4 hectares and falls under the 192212 pincode. Verinag is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kapran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kapran
According to the 2011 Census, Kapran village had a total population of 3,646 people, including 1,961 males and 1,685 females, living in 512 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.59%, with male literacy at 60.37% and female literacy at 40.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 345.
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 | 3,646 | 1,961 | 1,685 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 944 | 568 | 376 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 345 | 181 | 164 |
| Literate Population | 1,367 | 841 | 526 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,279 | 1,120 | 1,159 |
Nearby Villages of Kapran
Kapran 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 Kapran
Kapran 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Verinag to Kapran is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Kapran is about 42 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 Kapran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kapran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kapran
Where is Kapran located?
Kapran village is located in Shahbad Bala Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kapran?
The Gram Panchayat of Kapran is Kapran A.
What is the pincode of Kapran?
The pincode of Kapran is 192212.
What is the population of Kapran?
Kapran had a total population of 3,646, including 1,961 males and 1,685 females.
How many households are there in Kapran?
Kapran had 512 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kapran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapran was 50.59%. Male literacy was 60.37% and female literacy was 40.18%.