Kapshi
Kapshi is a village located in Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Shahuwadi (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Kapashi is the gram panchayat of Kapshi village.
Here you can discover what makes Kapshi unique in its vibrant Shahuwadi-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Kapshi’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 Kapshi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kapshi is 567079. The village spans a total geographical area of 419.15 hectares. Malkapur is nearest town to Kapshi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kapshi
Population of Kapshi
According to the 2011 Census, Kapshi has a total population of about 2,634, with approximately 1,317 males and 1,317 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 276 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 346 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.20%, with male literacy at about 74.34% and female literacy near 60.06%. There are around 637 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kapshi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,634 | 1,317 | 1,317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 159 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 346 | 172 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,770 | 979 | 791 |
| Illiterate Population | 864 | 338 | 526 |
Connectivity of Kapshi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kapshi. As per the 2011 stats, Kapshi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kapshi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kapshi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kapshi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kapshi
- Where is Kapshi located?
- Kapshi village is situated in Shahuwadi Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kapshi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kapshi is Kapashi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kapshi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kapshi is 2,634, with 1,317 males and 1,317 females.
- How many households are there in Kapshi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kapshi village has a total of 637 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kapshi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kapshi is 67.20%. The male literacy rate is 74.34%, while the female literacy rate is 60.06%.