Kapkoti - Garud, Bageshwar
Kapkoti is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Dhol Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kapkoti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapkoti is 051300. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.38 hectares and falls under the 263641 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Kapkoti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kapkoti
According to the 2011 Census, Kapkoti village had a total population of 130 people, including 60 males and 70 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,167 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.77%, with male literacy at 89.36% and female literacy at 73.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 130 | 60 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 42 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 18 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Kapkoti
Kapkoti 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 Kapkoti
Kapkoti 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 Bageshwar to Kapkoti is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapkoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapkoti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kapkoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapkoti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kapkoti
Where is Kapkoti located?
Kapkoti village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kapkoti?
The Gram Panchayat of Kapkoti is Dhol Gaon.
What is the pincode of Kapkoti?
The pincode of Kapkoti is 263641.
What is the population of Kapkoti?
Kapkoti had a total population of 130, including 60 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Kapkoti?
Kapkoti had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kapkoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapkoti was 80.77%. Male literacy was 89.36% and female literacy was 73.68%.