Kapsit
Kapsit is a village located in Arambag subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.6km away from sub-district headquarter Arambag (tehsildar office) and 74.8km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Gourhati I is the gram panchayat of Kapsit village.
Here you can discover what makes Kapsit unique in its vibrant Arambag-Hugli region. You’ll see Kapsit’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kapsit
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kapsit is 324324. The village spans a total geographical area of 242.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712613. Arambagh is nearest town to Kapsit village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
As per 2019 stats, Kapsit village comes under Arambag assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Kapsit
Population of Kapsit
According to the 2011 Census, Kapsit has a total population of about 2,208, with approximately 1,134 males and 1,074 females. The sex ratio is around 947 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 195 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,061 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.89%, with male literacy at about 76.98% and female literacy near 60.34%. There are around 494 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kapsit's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,208 | 1,134 | 1,074 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 99 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,061 | 550 | 511 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,521 | 873 | 648 |
| Illiterate Population | 687 | 261 | 426 |
Connectivity of Kapsit
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kapsit. As per the 2011 stats, Kapsit had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kapsit
Knowing the nearby villages of Kapsit helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kapsit.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kapsit
- Where is Kapsit located?
- Kapsit village is situated in Arambag Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kapsit?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kapsit is Gourhati I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kapsit?
- The pincode of Kapsit is 712613, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kapsit as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kapsit is 2,208, with 1,134 males and 1,074 females.
- How many households are there in Kapsit as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kapsit village has a total of 494 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kapsit as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kapsit is 68.89%. The male literacy rate is 76.98%, while the female literacy rate is 60.34%.