Kapilash - Dharakote, Ganjam
Kapilash is a village situated in the Dharakote tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharakote and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Dharakote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kapilash village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapilash is 411320. The village covers a total geographical area of 129 hectares and falls under the 761107 pincode. Asika is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Kapilash village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kapilash
According to the 2011 Census, Kapilash village had a total population of 158 people, including 86 males and 72 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 837 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.95%, with male literacy at 83.56% and female literacy at 73.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 158 | 86 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 30 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 61 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 25 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Kapilash
Kapilash 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 Kapilash
Kapilash is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Asika to Kapilash is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Kapilash is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapilash
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapilash village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kapilash
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapilash village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kapilash
Where is Kapilash located?
Kapilash village is located in Dharakote Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kapilash?
The Gram Panchayat of Kapilash is Dharakote.
What is the pincode of Kapilash?
The pincode of Kapilash is 761107.
What is the population of Kapilash?
Kapilash had a total population of 158, including 86 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Kapilash?
Kapilash had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kapilash?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapilash was 78.95%. Male literacy was 83.56% and female literacy was 73.33%.