Kapuri - Nakur, Saharanpur
Kapuri is a village situated in the Nakur tehsil of Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Saharanpur. Kapuri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapuri is 109785. The village covers a total geographical area of 404.42 hectares and falls under the 247340 pincode. Rampur Mariya is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kapuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nakur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kairana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kapuri
As per Census 2011, Kapuri village has a total population of 3,846 people, consisting of 1,982 males and 1,864 females. The village has 664 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 670 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,147 literate and 1,699 illiterate residents. Additionally, 632 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kapuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,846 | 1,982 | 1,864 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 670 | 364 | 306 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 632 | 338 | 294 |
| Literate Population | 2,147 | 1,300 | 847 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,699 | 682 | 1,017 |
Nearby Villages of Kapuri
Kapuri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sheru Bans | North-East | 1.43 km |
| Lundha | East | 1.96 km |
| Ismailpur | South-East | 1.96 km |
| Kadarpur | North | 1.98 km |
| Jafarpur Ranyali | West | 2.06 km |
| Dhaurala | North | 2.62 km |
| Lundhi | East | 2.68 km |
| Chak Harpal | North-East | 2.74 km |
| Ranyala Dayalpur | West | 2.80 km |
| Harpali | North-East | 2.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kapuri
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Kapuri. The nearest railway station is Bhankala Halt, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rampur Mariya to Kapuri is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Saharanpur to Kapuri is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapuri 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kapuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kapuri
Where is Kapuri located?
Kapuri village is located in Nakur Tehsil, Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kapuri?
Kapuri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kapuri?
The pincode of Kapuri is 247340.
What is the population of Kapuri?
Kapuri has a total population of 3,846, including 1,982 males and 1,864 females.
How many households are there in Kapuri?
There are 664 households in Kapuri.
What is the literacy rate in Kapuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapuri is 55.82%. Male literacy is 65.59% and female literacy is 45.44%.