Kapula - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Kapula is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Kwarab serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kapula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapula is 054558. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.6 hectares and falls under the 263138 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kapula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kapula
According to the 2011 Census, Kapula village had a total population of 31 people, including 18 males and 13 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 722 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.14%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 58.33%.
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 | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 16 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 2 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Kapula
Kapula 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 Kapula
Kapula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kapula is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Kapula is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapula 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 Kapula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapula 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 Kapula
Where is Kapula located?
Kapula village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kapula?
The Gram Panchayat of Kapula is Kwarab.
What is the pincode of Kapula?
The pincode of Kapula is 263138.
What is the population of Kapula?
Kapula had a total population of 31, including 18 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Kapula?
Kapula had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kapula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapula was 82.14%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 58.33%.