Gharapan
Gharapan is a village located in Panhala tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Panhala (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Gharpan is the gram panchayat of Gharapan village.
Here you can discover what makes Gharapan unique in its vibrant Panhala-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Gharapan’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 Gharapan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gharapan is 567244. The village spans a total geographical area of 255.8 hectares. Kolhapur is nearest town to Gharapan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gharapan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karvir Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gharapan
Population of Gharapan
According to the 2011 Census, Gharapan has a total population of about 1,874, with approximately 969 males and 905 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 189 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 310 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 71.34%, with male literacy at about 78.74% and female literacy near 63.43%. There are around 390 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gharapan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,874 | 969 | 905 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 105 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 310 | 155 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,337 | 763 | 574 |
| Illiterate Population | 537 | 206 | 331 |
Connectivity of Gharapan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gharapan. As per the 2011 stats, Gharapan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gharapan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gharapan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gharapan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gharapan
- Where is Gharapan located?
- Gharapan village is situated in Panhala Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gharapan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gharapan is Gharpan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gharapan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gharapan is 1,874, with 969 males and 905 females.
- How many households are there in Gharapan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gharapan village has a total of 390 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gharapan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gharapan is 71.34%. The male literacy rate is 78.74%, while the female literacy rate is 63.43%.