Kapurkuncha - Gop, Puri
Kapurkuncha is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Davara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kapurkuncha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapurkuncha is 409447. The village covers a total geographical area of 11 hectares and falls under the 752121 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kapurkuncha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kapurkuncha
According to the 2011 Census, Kapurkuncha village had a total population of 64 people, including 30 males and 34 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,133 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.21%, with male literacy at 96.43% and female literacy at 76.67%.
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 | 64 | 30 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 3 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Kapurkuncha
Kapurkuncha 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 Kapurkuncha
Public transport in the Kapurkuncha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Nimapada to Kapurkuncha is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Kapurkuncha is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapurkuncha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapurkuncha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kapurkuncha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapurkuncha 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 Kapurkuncha
Where is Kapurkuncha located?
Kapurkuncha village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kapurkuncha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kapurkuncha is Davara.
What is the pincode of Kapurkuncha?
The pincode of Kapurkuncha is 752121.
What is the population of Kapurkuncha?
Kapurkuncha had a total population of 64, including 30 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Kapurkuncha?
Kapurkuncha had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kapurkuncha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapurkuncha was 86.21%. Male literacy was 96.43% and female literacy was 76.67%.