Kapoorpur - Meerganj, Bareilly
Kapoorpur is a village situated in the Meerganj tehsil of Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meerganj and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Bareilly. Kapoorpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapoorpur is 129734. The village covers a total geographical area of 337.92 hectares and falls under the 243504 pincode. Meerganj is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Kapoorpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Meerganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bareilly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kapoorpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kapoorpur village had a total population of 2,244 people, including 1,207 males and 1,037 females, living in 358 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.67%, with male literacy at 59.04% and female literacy at 38.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 204.
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 | 2,244 | 1,207 | 1,037 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 398 | 206 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 106 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 917 | 591 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,327 | 616 | 711 |
Nearby Villages of Kapoorpur
Kapoorpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shamashpur | North | 1.32 km |
| Madnapur | South | 1.34 km |
| Tatarpur | West | 1.77 km |
| Dhaurera Ahaatmali | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Aujanu | South | 2.30 km |
| Dhantia | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Gangapur Sharkee | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Simaria | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Anjani Ahatmali | West | 2.46 km |
| Bahadurpur | North | 2.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kapoorpur
Kapoorpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nagaria Sadat, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Meerganj to Kapoorpur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bareilly to Kapoorpur is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapoorpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapoorpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kapoorpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapoorpur 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 Kapoorpur
Where is Kapoorpur located?
Kapoorpur village is located in Meerganj Tehsil, Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kapoorpur?
Kapoorpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kapoorpur?
The pincode of Kapoorpur is 243504.
What is the population of Kapoorpur?
Kapoorpur had a total population of 2,244, including 1,207 males and 1,037 females.
How many households are there in Kapoorpur?
Kapoorpur had 358 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kapoorpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapoorpur was 49.67%. Male literacy was 59.04% and female literacy was 38.58%.