Kapurmal - Jayapatna, Kalahandi
Kapurmal is a village situated in the Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 68 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jayapatna and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Mangalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kapurmal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapurmal is 424203. The village covers a total geographical area of 509 hectares and falls under the 766018 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Kapurmal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kapurmal
As per Census 2011, Kapurmal village has a total population of 1,966 people, consisting of 983 males and 983 females. The village has 490 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,007 literate and 959 illiterate residents. Additionally, 781 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 504 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kapurmal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,966 | 983 | 983 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 144 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 781 | 389 | 392 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 504 | 255 | 249 |
| Literate Population | 1,007 | 612 | 395 |
| Illiterate Population | 959 | 371 | 588 |
Nearby Villages of Kapurmal
Kapurmal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mundraguda | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Karanjiguda | East | 2.13 km |
| Kuhuriguma | South-East | 2.15 km |
| Mangalpur | South-West | 2.33 km |
| Pratappur | North-West | 3.12 km |
| Patiguda | East | 3.15 km |
| Gandaguda | North-East | 3.32 km |
| Jayapatna | North | 3.51 km |
| Khairmal | North-East | 3.74 km |
| Ranibahal | South-East | 3.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kapurmal
Kapurmal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tikiri, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Junagarh to Kapurmal is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kapurmal is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapurmal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapurmal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kapurmal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapurmal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kapurmal
Where is Kapurmal located?
Kapurmal village is located in Jayapatna Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kapurmal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kapurmal is Mangalpur.
What is the pincode of Kapurmal?
The pincode of Kapurmal is 766018.
What is the population of Kapurmal?
Kapurmal has a total population of 1,966, including 983 males and 983 females.
How many households are there in Kapurmal?
There are 490 households in Kapurmal.
What is the literacy rate in Kapurmal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapurmal is 51.22%. Male literacy is 62.26% and female literacy is 40.18%.