Kapur Garh - Amloh, Fatehgarh Sahib
Kapur Garh is a village situated in the Amloh tehsil of Fatehgarh Sahib district, Punjab. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amloh and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Fatehgarh Sahib. Kapurgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kapur Garh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapur Garh is 032830. The village covers a total geographical area of 369 hectares and falls under the 147203 pincode. Amloh is the nearest town.
Kapur Garh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amloh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kapur Garh
According to the 2011 Census, Kapur Garh village had a total population of 1,753 people, including 927 males and 826 females, living in 288 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.22%, with male literacy at 75.77% and female literacy at 59.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,249.
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 | 1,753 | 927 | 826 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 118 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,249 | 659 | 590 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,039 | 613 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 714 | 314 | 400 |
Nearby Villages of Kapur Garh
Kapur Garh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bharpur Garh | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Raipur Arian | South | 1.38 km |
| Sher Garh | North-East | 2.47 km |
| Malowal | East | 2.51 km |
| Diwa Gandhuan | North | 2.72 km |
| Bugga Kalan | South-East | 2.85 km |
| Brihmah | South-East | 2.95 km |
| Tanda Badla Kalan | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Paheri | South-West | 3.27 km |
| Tanda Badla Khurd | South | 3.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kapur Garh
Kapur Garh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khanna, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Fatehgarh Sahib to Kapur Garh is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapur Garh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapur Garh 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kapur Garh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapur Garh 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kapur Garh
Where is Kapur Garh located?
Kapur Garh village is located in Amloh Tehsil, Fatehgarh Sahib district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kapur Garh?
The Gram Panchayat of Kapur Garh is Kapurgarh.
What is the pincode of Kapur Garh?
The pincode of Kapur Garh is 147203.
What is the population of Kapur Garh?
Kapur Garh had a total population of 1,753, including 927 males and 826 females.
How many households are there in Kapur Garh?
Kapur Garh had 288 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kapur Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapur Garh was 68.22%. Male literacy was 75.77% and female literacy was 59.66%.