Kapiya - Itwa, Siddharthnagar
Kapiya is a village situated in the Itwa tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Itwa and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Kapia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kapiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapiya is 177811. The village covers a total geographical area of 144.79 hectares and falls under the 272192 pincode.
Kapiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shohratgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kapiya
As per Census 2011, Kapiya village has a total population of 972 people, consisting of 471 males and 501 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 1,063 females per 1,000 males. There are 239 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 354 literate and 618 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kapiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 972 | 471 | 501 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 116 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 35 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 354 | 215 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 618 | 256 | 362 |
Nearby Villages of Kapiya
Kapiya is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kapiya
Kapiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Siddharthnagar to Kapiya is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapiya 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kapiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapiya 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 Kapiya
Where is Kapiya located?
Kapiya village is located in Itwa Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kapiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Kapiya is Kapia.
What is the pincode of Kapiya?
The pincode of Kapiya is 272192.
What is the population of Kapiya?
Kapiya has a total population of 972, including 471 males and 501 females.
How many households are there in Kapiya?
There are 125 households in Kapiya.
What is the literacy rate in Kapiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapiya is 36.42%. Male literacy is 45.65% and female literacy is 27.74%.