Kapari - Shirala, Sangli
Kapari is a village situated in the Shirala tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirala and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Kapari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapari is 568296. The village covers a total geographical area of 871.94 hectares and falls under the 415408 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kapari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shirala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kapari
As per Census 2011, Kapari village has a total population of 1,698 people, consisting of 882 males and 816 females. The village has 382 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,180 literate and 518 illiterate residents. Additionally, 314 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kapari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,698 | 882 | 816 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 90 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 314 | 169 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 1,180 | 677 | 503 |
| Illiterate Population | 518 | 205 | 313 |
Nearby Villages of Kapari
Kapari is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jambhalewadi | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Ingrul | South | 2.89 km |
| Red | North | 2.99 km |
| Karve | East | 3.30 km |
| Shirala | West | 3.36 km |
| Khed | North-West | 3.63 km |
| Chikhalwadi | South-East | 3.68 km |
| Fakirwadi | South | 4.39 km |
| Shivani | North-West | 4.52 km |
| Shekharwadi | South-East | 4.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kapari
Public transport in the Kapari is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhavani Nagar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uran Islampur to Kapari is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Kapari is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kapari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kapari
Where is Kapari located?
Kapari village is located in Shirala Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kapari?
Kapari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kapari?
The pincode of Kapari is 415408.
What is the population of Kapari?
Kapari has a total population of 1,698, including 882 males and 816 females.
How many households are there in Kapari?
There are 382 households in Kapari.
What is the literacy rate in Kapari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapari is 69.49%. Male literacy is 76.76% and female literacy is 61.64%.