Kapshi
Kapshi is a village located in Dahanu tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Dahanu (tehsildar office) and 115km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Kapshi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kapshi unique in its vibrant Dahanu-Thane 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 551733. The village spans a total geographical area of 413.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 401403. Dahanu is nearest town to Kapshi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
As per 2019 stats, Kapshi village comes under Palghar assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Kapshi
Population of Kapshi
According to the 2011 Census, Kapshi has a total population of about 1,439, with approximately 710 males and 729 females. The sex ratio is around 1026 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 211 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 187 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,037. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.32%, with male literacy at about 70.42% and female literacy near 50.48%. There are around 324 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 | 1,439 | 710 | 729 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 109 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 92 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,037 | 510 | 527 |
| Literate Population | 868 | 500 | 368 |
| Illiterate Population | 571 | 210 | 361 |
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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 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 Dahanu Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kapshi?
- Kapshi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kapshi?
- The pincode of Kapshi is 401403, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kapshi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kapshi is 1,439, with 710 males and 729 females.
- How many households are there in Kapshi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kapshi village has a total of 324 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kapshi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kapshi is 60.32%. The male literacy rate is 70.42%, while the female literacy rate is 50.48%.