Kapas Gerya
Kapas Gerya is a village located in Keshiary subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Keshiary are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kapas Gerya village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Khajra is the gram panchayat of Kapas Gerya village.
Here you can discover what makes Kapas Gerya unique in its vibrant Keshiary-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Kapas Gerya’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 Kapas Gerya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kapas Gerya is 343482. The village spans a total geographical area of 339.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721133. Kharagpur is nearest town to Kapas Gerya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Kapas Gerya
Population of Kapas Gerya
According to the 2011 Census, Kapas Gerya has a total population of about 825, with approximately 404 males and 421 females. The sex ratio is around 1042 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 113 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 26 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 538. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.88%, with male literacy at about 63.86% and female literacy near 56.06%. There are around 205 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kapas Gerya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 825 | 404 | 421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 51 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 538 | 263 | 275 |
| Literate Population | 494 | 258 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 146 | 185 |
Connectivity of Kapas Gerya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kapas Gerya. As per the 2011 stats, Kapas Gerya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kapas Gerya
Knowing the nearby villages of Kapas Gerya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kapas Gerya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kapas Gerya
- Where is Kapas Gerya located?
- Kapas Gerya village is situated in Keshiary Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kapas Gerya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kapas Gerya is Khajra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kapas Gerya?
- The pincode of Kapas Gerya is 721133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kapas Gerya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kapas Gerya is 825, with 404 males and 421 females.
- How many households are there in Kapas Gerya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kapas Gerya village has a total of 205 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kapas Gerya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kapas Gerya is 59.88%. The male literacy rate is 63.86%, while the female literacy rate is 56.06%.