Kapishta
Kapishta is a village located in Kashipur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kashipur (tehsildar office) and 39.8km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Gagnabad is the gram panchayat of Kapishta village.
Kapishta has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kapishta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kapishta is 330644. The village spans a total geographical area of 145.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723121. R. N. Pur is nearest town to Kapishta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Kapishta
Population of Kapishta
Below is a concise population overview of Kapishta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 246 | 126 | 120 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 44 | 54 |
Literate Population | 189 | 108 | 81 |
Illiterate Population | 57 | 18 | 39 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kapishta village:
- The total population of Kapishta village is around 246, including approximately 126 males and 120 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 16 children aged 0–6 years in Kapishta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kapishta village has 98 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kapishta village is about 76.83%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 67.50%.
- There are around 48 households in Kapishta village.
Connectivity of Kapishta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kapishta. As per the 2011 stats, Kapishta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kapishta
Knowing the nearby villages of Kapishta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kapishta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kapishta
- Where is Kapishta located?
- Kapishta village is situated in Kashipur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kapishta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kapishta is Gagnabad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kapishta?
- The pincode of Kapishta is 723121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kapishta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kapishta is 246, with 126 males and 120 females.
- How many households are there in Kapishta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kapishta village has a total of 48 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kapishta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kapishta is 76.83%. The male literacy rate is 85.71%, while the female literacy rate is 67.50%.