Kapka
Kapka is a village located in Barkatha subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Barkatha (tehsildar office) and 71km away from district headquarter Hazaribagh. As per 2009 stats, Kapka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kapka unique in its vibrant Barkatha-Hazaribagh region. You’ll see Kapka’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 Kapka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kapka is 368294. The village spans a total geographical area of 623.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825323. Barkatha is nearest town to Kapka village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kapka
Population of Kapka
According to the 2011 Census, Kapka has a total population of about 4,801, with approximately 2,470 males and 2,331 females. The sex ratio is around 943 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 900 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 808 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 10. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.68%, with male literacy at about 61.13% and female literacy near 35.48%. There are around 832 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kapka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,801 | 2,470 | 2,331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 900 | 462 | 438 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 808 | 403 | 405 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,337 | 1,510 | 827 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,464 | 960 | 1,504 |
Connectivity of Kapka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kapka. As per the 2011 stats, Kapka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kapka
Knowing the nearby villages of Kapka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kapka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kapka
- Where is Kapka located?
- Kapka village is situated in Barkatha Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kapka?
- Kapka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kapka?
- The pincode of Kapka is 825323, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kapka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kapka is 4,801, with 2,470 males and 2,331 females.
- How many households are there in Kapka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kapka village has a total of 832 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kapka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kapka is 48.68%. The male literacy rate is 61.13%, while the female literacy rate is 35.48%.