Kapakhala - Mohana, Gajapati
Kapakhala is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 113 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Luhagudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kapakhala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapakhala is 413784. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 761015 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Kapakhala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kapakhala
According to the 2011 Census, Kapakhala village had a total population of 149 people, including 86 males and 63 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 733 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.00%, with male literacy at 50.70% and female literacy at 35.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 138.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 149 | 86 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 77 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 36 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 50 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Kapakhala
Kapakhala is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kapakhala
Public transport in the Kapakhala is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Kapakhala is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Kapakhala is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapakhala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapakhala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kapakhala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapakhala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kapakhala
Where is Kapakhala located?
Kapakhala village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kapakhala?
The Gram Panchayat of Kapakhala is Luhagudi.
What is the pincode of Kapakhala?
The pincode of Kapakhala is 761015.
What is the population of Kapakhala?
Kapakhala had a total population of 149, including 86 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Kapakhala?
Kapakhala had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kapakhala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapakhala was 44.00%. Male literacy was 50.70% and female literacy was 35.19%.