Visapur - Shrigonda, Ahilyanagar
Visapur is a village situated in the Shrigonda tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from Shrigonda and around 35 km from Ahmadnagar. Visapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Visapur is 558406. The village covers a total geographical area of 1289 hectares and falls under the 413703 pincode. Shrigonda is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Visapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrigonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Visapur
As per Census 2011, Visapur village has a total population of 2,466 people, consisting of 1,285 males and 1,181 females. The village has 546 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 239 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,906 literate and 560 illiterate residents. Additionally, 375 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 62 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Visapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,466 | 1,285 | 1,181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 121 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 375 | 186 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 1,906 | 1,057 | 849 |
| Illiterate Population | 560 | 228 | 332 |
Nearby Villages of Visapur
Visapur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mungusgaon | East | 3.01 km |
| Chambhurdi | North-West | 3.17 km |
| Nimbavi | South-West | 4.28 km |
| Koregavhan | West | 4.48 km |
| Pimpalgaon Pisa | South | 4.79 km |
| Suregaon | North-East | 5.07 km |
| Lagadwadi | South-East | 5.09 km |
| Sarola Somwanshi | North-West | 6.16 km |
| Pandharewadi | East | 6.72 km |
| Kondegavhan | South-West | 7.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Visapur
Visapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Visapur, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shrigonda to Visapur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Visapur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Visapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Visapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Visapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Visapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Visapur
Where is Visapur located?
Visapur village is located in Shrigonda Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Visapur?
Visapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Visapur?
The pincode of Visapur is 413703.
What is the population of Visapur?
Visapur has a total population of 2,466, including 1,285 males and 1,181 females.
How many households are there in Visapur?
There are 546 households in Visapur.
What is the literacy rate in Visapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Visapur is 77.29%. Male literacy is 82.26% and female literacy is 71.89%.