Kilpara - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Kilpara is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Kilpara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kilpara is 050523. The village covers a total geographical area of 1117.59 hectares and falls under the 263632 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Kilpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kilpara
As per Census 2011, Kilpara village has a total population of 509 people, consisting of 232 males and 277 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 1,193 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 332 literate and 177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 171 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kilpara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 509 | 232 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 46 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 83 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 332 | 176 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 56 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Kilpara
Kilpara 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 Kilpara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kilpara.
| 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 Kilpara is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kilpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kilpara 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 Kilpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kilpara 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 Kilpara
Where is Kilpara located?
Kilpara village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kilpara?
Kilpara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kilpara?
The pincode of Kilpara is 263632.
What is the population of Kilpara?
Kilpara has a total population of 509, including 232 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Kilpara?
There are 101 households in Kilpara.
What is the literacy rate in Kilpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kilpara is 65.23%. Male literacy is 75.86% and female literacy is 56.32%.