Kaprau - Chohtan, Barmer
Kaprau is a village situated in the Chohtan tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chohtan and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Kaprau village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaprau is 088713. The village covers a total geographical area of 1115.65 hectares and falls under the 344702 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Kaprau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chohtan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaprau
As per Census 2011, Kaprau village has a total population of 1,590 people, consisting of 845 males and 745 females. The village has 301 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 372 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 625 literate and 965 illiterate residents. Additionally, 103 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 645 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaprau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,590 | 845 | 745 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 198 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 50 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 645 | 327 | 318 |
| Literate Population | 625 | 435 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 965 | 410 | 555 |
Nearby Villages of Kaprau
Kaprau 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tajaniyon Ka Tala | South | 2.67 km |
| Ishwarpura | East | 2.90 km |
| Sewron Ka Tala | South-East | 3.56 km |
| Dhok | North | 5.77 km |
| Devaniyon Ka Tala | East | 5.83 km |
| Ratanpura | South | 5.83 km |
| Panoniyon Ki Dhani | West | 6.01 km |
| Ummed Nagar | South-East | 7.70 km |
| Chohtan | North-East | 8.18 km |
| Darjion Ka Tala | North-West | 8.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kaprau
Kaprau is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhachhbar, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 136.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Barmer to Kaprau is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaprau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaprau 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 Kaprau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaprau 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 Kaprau
Where is Kaprau located?
Kaprau village is located in Chohtan Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaprau?
Kaprau is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kaprau?
The pincode of Kaprau is 344702.
What is the population of Kaprau?
Kaprau has a total population of 1,590, including 845 males and 745 females.
How many households are there in Kaprau?
There are 301 households in Kaprau.
What is the literacy rate in Kaprau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaprau is 39.31%. Male literacy is 51.48% and female literacy is 25.50%.