Kapoorpur - Colonelganj, Gonda
Kapoorpur is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonel Ganj and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Kapoorpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapoorpur is 174915. The village covers a total geographical area of 300.67 hectares and falls under the 271126 pincode. Gonda is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kapoorpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katra bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kapoorpur
As per Census 2011, Kapoorpur village has a total population of 2,252 people, consisting of 1,136 males and 1,116 females. The village has 391 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 402 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,071 literate and 1,181 illiterate residents. Additionally, 300 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kapoorpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,252 | 1,136 | 1,116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 402 | 202 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 141 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 1,071 | 666 | 405 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,181 | 470 | 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Haldhar Mau | North | 1.13 km |
| Bataura Bakhtawar Singh | South | 1.23 km |
| Rajpur | West | 1.28 km |
| Sumerpur | West | 2.07 km |
| Maijapur | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Katela Talab | South | 2.22 km |
| Mangurahi | North | 2.24 km |
| Parsa Godri | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Bataura Lohangi | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Chauri | South-West | 3.00 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 Maijapur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.9 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gonda to Kapoorpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 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 Kapoorpur
Where is Kapoorpur located?
Kapoorpur village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda 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 271126.
What is the population of Kapoorpur?
Kapoorpur has a total population of 2,252, including 1,136 males and 1,116 females.
How many households are there in Kapoorpur?
There are 391 households in Kapoorpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kapoorpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapoorpur is 47.56%. Male literacy is 58.63% and female literacy is 36.29%.