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
As per Census 2011, Kapatmunda village has a total population of 1,816 people, consisting of 906 males and 910 females. The village has 416 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 209 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,218 literate and 598 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,495 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kapatmunda are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,816, including 906 males and 910 females.
How many households are there in Kapatmunda?
There are 416 households in Kapatmunda.
What is the literacy rate in Kapatmunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapatmunda is 67.07%. Male literacy is 74.50% and female literacy is 59.67%.