Kapkot - Lamgada, Almora
Kapkot is a village situated in the Lamgada tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from Almora and around 32 km from Almora. Kapkot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapkot is 053238. The village covers a total geographical area of 367.79 hectares and falls under the 263625 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kapkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Kapkot
As per Census 2011, Kapkot village has a total population of 1,050 people, consisting of 536 males and 514 females. The village has 246 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 779 literate and 271 illiterate residents. Additionally, 236 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kapkot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,050 | 536 | 514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 70 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 236 | 125 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 779 | 441 | 338 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 95 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Kapkot
Kapkot 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 Kapkot
Kapkot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Kapkot is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapkot 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 Kapkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapkot 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 Kapkot
Where is Kapkot located?
Kapkot village is located in Lamgada Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kapkot?
Kapkot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kapkot?
The pincode of Kapkot is 263625.
What is the population of Kapkot?
Kapkot has a total population of 1,050, including 536 males and 514 females.
How many households are there in Kapkot?
There are 246 households in Kapkot.
What is the literacy rate in Kapkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapkot is 74.19%. Male literacy is 82.28% and female literacy is 65.76%.