Kapil
Kapil is a village located in Karad tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Karad (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Kapil village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kapil unique in its vibrant Karad-Satara region. You’ll see Kapil’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 Kapil
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kapil is 564667. The village spans a total geographical area of 184.58 hectares. Karad is nearest town to Kapil village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kapil village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karad South Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kapil
Population of Kapil
According to the 2011 Census, Kapil has a total population of about 1,802, with approximately 937 males and 865 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 168 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 293 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 23. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.25%, with male literacy at about 84.63% and female literacy near 69.25%. There are around 367 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kapil's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,802 | 937 | 865 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 91 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 293 | 150 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,392 | 793 | 599 |
| Illiterate Population | 410 | 144 | 266 |
Connectivity of Kapil
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kapil. As per the 2011 stats, Kapil 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kapil
Knowing the nearby villages of Kapil helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kapil.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kapil
- Where is Kapil located?
- Kapil village is situated in Karad Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kapil?
- Kapil serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kapil as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kapil is 1,802, with 937 males and 865 females.
- How many households are there in Kapil as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kapil village has a total of 367 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kapil as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kapil is 77.25%. The male literacy rate is 84.63%, while the female literacy rate is 69.25%.