Kapkoli - Bhanoli, Almora
Kapkoli is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Chamua Khalsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kapkoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapkoli is 053558. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.52 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Kapkoli 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 Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kapkoli
According to the 2011 Census, Kapkoli village had a total population of 137 people, including 63 males and 74 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,175 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.16%, with male literacy at 89.29% and female literacy at 54.41%.
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 | 137 | 63 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 50 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 13 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Kapkoli
Kapkoli 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 Kapkoli
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kapkoli.
| 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 Almora to Kapkoli is about 55 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 Kapkoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapkoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kapkoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapkoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kapkoli
Where is Kapkoli located?
Kapkoli village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kapkoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kapkoli is Chamua Khalsa.
What is the pincode of Kapkoli?
The pincode of Kapkoli is 263623.
What is the population of Kapkoli?
Kapkoli had a total population of 137, including 63 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Kapkoli?
Kapkoli had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kapkoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapkoli was 70.16%. Male literacy was 89.29% and female literacy was 54.41%.