Kapasira - Ambabhona, Bargarh
Kapasira is a village situated in the Ambabhona tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambabhona and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Kapasira village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapasira is 380774. The village covers a total geographical area of 310 hectares and falls under the 768045 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kapasira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kapasira
As per Census 2011, Kapasira village has a total population of 1,375 people, consisting of 677 males and 698 females. The village has 340 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 968 literate and 407 illiterate residents. Additionally, 391 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 285 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kapasira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,375 | 677 | 698 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 71 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 391 | 206 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 285 | 140 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 968 | 541 | 427 |
| Illiterate Population | 407 | 136 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Kapasira
Kapasira 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kainshkanda | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Dahukbud | West | 2.52 km |
| Bileibahali | East | 2.53 km |
| Tamamura | North-West | 2.65 km |
| Bhatbahali | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Julunda | South-East | 3.22 km |
| Mahubahali | East | 3.51 km |
| Kutasingha | South | 3.78 km |
| Gidhmal | North | 3.87 km |
| Rangapur | East | 3.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kapasira
Kapasira is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dungripadi, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bargarh to Kapasira is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapasira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapasira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kapasira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapasira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kapasira
Where is Kapasira located?
Kapasira village is located in Ambabhona Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kapasira?
Kapasira is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kapasira?
The pincode of Kapasira is 768045.
What is the population of Kapasira?
Kapasira has a total population of 1,375, including 677 males and 698 females.
How many households are there in Kapasira?
There are 340 households in Kapasira.
What is the literacy rate in Kapasira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapasira is 70.40%. Male literacy is 79.91% and female literacy is 61.17%.