Kandi Kapa - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Kandi Kapa is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Bijapuri No.1 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandi Kapa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandi Kapa is 502073. The village covers a total geographical area of 684.22 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Dindori is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kandi Kapa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandi Kapa
According to the 2011 Census, Kandi Kapa village had a total population of 804 people, including 405 males and 399 females, living in 176 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.96%, with male literacy at 67.77% and female literacy at 37.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 749.
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 | 804 | 405 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 73 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 749 | 375 | 374 |
| Literate Population | 349 | 225 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 455 | 180 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Kandi Kapa
Kandi Kapa 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 Kandi Kapa
Kandi Kapa 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 <5 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 Dindori to Kandi Kapa is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Kandi Kapa is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandi Kapa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandi Kapa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kandi Kapa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandi Kapa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kandi Kapa
Where is Kandi Kapa located?
Kandi Kapa village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandi Kapa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandi Kapa is Bijapuri No.1.
What is the pincode of Kandi Kapa?
The pincode of Kandi Kapa is 484881.
What is the population of Kandi Kapa?
Kandi Kapa had a total population of 804, including 405 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Kandi Kapa?
Kandi Kapa had 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandi Kapa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandi Kapa was 52.96%. Male literacy was 67.77% and female literacy was 37.92%.