Kapuskhed - Walwa, Sangli
Kapuskhed is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Kapuskhed village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapuskhed is 568347. The village covers a total geographical area of 600 hectares and falls under the 415409 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Kapuskhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Islampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kapuskhed
As per Census 2011, Kapuskhed village has a total population of 4,861 people, consisting of 2,502 males and 2,359 females. The village has 986 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 424 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,828 literate and 1,033 illiterate residents. Additionally, 536 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 70 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kapuskhed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,861 | 2,502 | 2,359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 424 | 231 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 536 | 252 | 284 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 40 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 3,828 | 2,106 | 1,722 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,033 | 396 | 637 |
Nearby Villages of Kapuskhed
Kapuskhed 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Peth | South-West | 2.85 km |
| Nerle | North-West | 3.12 km |
| Sakharale | East | 3.44 km |
| Hubalwadi | North-East | 3.80 km |
| Jambhulwadi | South | 4.46 km |
| Mahadevwadi | West | 4.71 km |
| Kedargaon | North-West | 5.34 km |
| Naykalwadi | South-West | 5.50 km |
| Vitthalwadi | South | 5.80 km |
| Yewalewadi | North-West | 5.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kapuskhed
Kapuskhed is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhavani Nagar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uran Islampur to Kapuskhed is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Kapuskhed is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapuskhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapuskhed 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kapuskhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapuskhed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kapuskhed
Where is Kapuskhed located?
Kapuskhed village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kapuskhed?
Kapuskhed is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kapuskhed?
The pincode of Kapuskhed is 415409.
What is the population of Kapuskhed?
Kapuskhed has a total population of 4,861, including 2,502 males and 2,359 females.
How many households are there in Kapuskhed?
There are 986 households in Kapuskhed.
What is the literacy rate in Kapuskhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapuskhed is 78.75%. Male literacy is 84.17% and female literacy is 73.00%.