Kapina - Ranikhet, Almora
Kapina is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kapina village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapina is 052445. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.82 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kapina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kapina
As per Census 2011, Kapina village has a total population of 699 people, consisting of 350 males and 349 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 560 literate and 139 illiterate residents. Additionally, 612 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kapina are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 699 | 350 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 43 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 612 | 304 | 308 |
| Literate Population | 560 | 296 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 54 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Kapina
Kapina 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 Kapina
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kapina.
| 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 Ranikhet to Kapina is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Kapina is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapina 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 Kapina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapina 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 Kapina
Where is Kapina located?
Kapina village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kapina?
Kapina is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kapina?
The pincode of Kapina is 263645.
What is the population of Kapina?
Kapina has a total population of 699, including 350 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Kapina?
There are 124 households in Kapina.
What is the literacy rate in Kapina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapina is 80.11%. Male literacy is 84.57% and female literacy is 75.64%.