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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kilpara village had a total population of 509 people, including 232 males and 277 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 1,194 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.79%, with male literacy at 94.62% and female literacy at 72.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 171.
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 | 509 | 232 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 46 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 83 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 509, including 232 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Kilpara?
Kilpara had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kilpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kilpara was 82.79%. Male literacy was 94.62% and female literacy was 72.56%.