Kapa - Tejam, Pithoragarh
Kapa is a village situated in the Tejam tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 68 km from Munsiari and around 76 km from Pithoragarh. Basani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kapa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapa is 049020. The village covers a total geographical area of 388.63 hectares and falls under the 262553 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Kapa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kapa
According to the 2011 Census, Kapa village had a total population of 46 people, including 22 males and 24 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,091 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 94.74% and female literacy at 57.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 4 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Kapa
Kapa 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 Kapa
Public transport in the Kapa is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Kapa is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Kapa is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapa 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 Kapa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapa 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 Kapa
Where is Kapa located?
Kapa village is located in Tejam Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kapa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kapa is Basani.
What is the pincode of Kapa?
The pincode of Kapa is 262553.
What is the population of Kapa?
Kapa had a total population of 46, including 22 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Kapa?
Kapa had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kapa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapa was 75.00%. Male literacy was 94.74% and female literacy was 57.14%.