Kapasia
Kapasia is a village located in Itahar subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.3km away from sub-district headquarter Itahar. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Kapasia village. As per 2009 stats, Kapasia village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kapasia unique in its vibrant Itahar-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Kapasia’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 Kapasia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kapasia is 310270. The village spans a total geographical area of 717.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733128. Raiganj is nearest town to Kapasia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
Google Map of Kapasia
Population of Kapasia
According to the 2011 Census, Kapasia has a total population of about 10,159, with approximately 5,209 males and 4,950 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,552 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 44 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.95%, with male literacy at about 51.14% and female literacy near 50.75%. There are around 2,093 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kapasia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,159 | 5,209 | 4,950 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,552 | 785 | 767 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 26 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 5,176 | 2,664 | 2,512 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,983 | 2,545 | 2,438 |
Connectivity of Kapasia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kapasia. As per the 2011 stats, Kapasia 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kapasia
Knowing the nearby villages of Kapasia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kapasia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kapasia
- Where is Kapasia located?
- Kapasia village is situated in Itahar Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kapasia?
- Kapasia serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kapasia?
- The pincode of Kapasia is 733128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kapasia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kapasia is 10,159, with 5,209 males and 4,950 females.
- How many households are there in Kapasia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kapasia village has a total of 2,093 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kapasia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kapasia is 50.95%. The male literacy rate is 51.14%, while the female literacy rate is 50.75%.