Kapibira - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Kapibira is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Karukudupa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kapibira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapibira is 416919. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 762109 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Kapibira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kapibira
As per Census 2011, Kapibira village has a total population of 79 people, consisting of 39 males and 40 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 22 literate and 57 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kapibira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 79 | 39 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 26 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Kapibira
Kapibira 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 Kapibira
Kapibira is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Kapibira is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kapibira is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapibira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapibira 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kapibira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapibira 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 Kapibira
Where is Kapibira located?
Kapibira village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kapibira?
The Gram Panchayat of Kapibira is Karukudupa.
What is the pincode of Kapibira?
The pincode of Kapibira is 762109.
What is the population of Kapibira?
Kapibira has a total population of 79, including 39 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Kapibira?
There are 18 households in Kapibira.
What is the literacy rate in Kapibira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapibira is 27.85%. Male literacy is 33.33% and female literacy is 22.50%.