Kapatmunda - Bisra, Sundargarh
Kapatmunda is a village situated in the Bisra tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bisra and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Kapatmunda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapatmunda is 384544. The village covers a total geographical area of 375 hectares and falls under the 770036 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Kapatmunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Biramitrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kapatmunda
According to the 2011 Census, Kapatmunda village had a total population of 1,816 people, including 906 males and 910 females, living in 416 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.79%, with male literacy at 83.75% and female literacy at 67.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 117, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,495.
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 | 1,816 | 906 | 910 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 100 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 54 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,495 | 747 | 748 |
| Literate Population | 1,218 | 675 | 543 |
| Illiterate Population | 598 | 231 | 367 |
Nearby Villages of Kapatmunda
Kapatmunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gudgudjore | East | 1.59 km |
| Santoshpur | North | 1.97 km |
| Pograbahal | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Kukuda | West | 2.57 km |
| Birkera | South | 2.59 km |
| Ratakhandi | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Budeljore | East | 2.76 km |
| Sanpokhari | East | 3.28 km |
| Bijadihi | North | 3.56 km |
| Dudurta | East | 3.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kapatmunda
Kapatmunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is A-cabin Bondamunda, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Kapatmunda is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Kapatmunda is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapatmunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapatmunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kapatmunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapatmunda 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 Kapatmunda
Where is Kapatmunda located?
Kapatmunda village is located in Bisra Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kapatmunda?
Kapatmunda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kapatmunda?
The pincode of Kapatmunda is 770036.
What is the population of Kapatmunda?
Kapatmunda had a total population of 1,816, including 906 males and 910 females.
How many households are there in Kapatmunda?
Kapatmunda had 416 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kapatmunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapatmunda was 75.79%. Male literacy was 83.75% and female literacy was 67.79%.