Gajapur - Shahuwadi, Kolhapur
Gajapur is a village situated in the Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahuwadi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Gajapur village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gajapur is 567041. The village covers a total geographical area of 2892.39 hectares and falls under the 415101 pincode. Malkapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Gajapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahuwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gajapur
According to the 2011 Census, Gajapur village had a total population of 1,950 people, including 881 males and 1,069 females, living in 447 households. The sex ratio was 1,213 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.26%, with male literacy at 77.68% and female literacy at 64.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 516, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,950 | 881 | 1,069 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 106 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 516 | 255 | 261 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,212 | 602 | 610 |
| Illiterate Population | 738 | 279 | 459 |
Nearby Villages of Gajapur
Gajapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gelavade | South | 3.63 km |
| Devade | North | 4.38 km |
| Vishalgad | West | 4.70 km |
| Khorninko | South-West | 5.63 km |
| Wadi Adhishti | North-West | 5.84 km |
| Manoli | North | 5.88 km |
| Dhanagarwadi | East | 6.09 km |
| Parivane | South-East | 6.60 km |
| Ainwadi | East | 6.84 km |
| Humbavali | North-East | 7.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gajapur
Public transport in the Gajapur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Adavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkapur to Gajapur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Gajapur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gajapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gajapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gajapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gajapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gajapur
Where is Gajapur located?
Gajapur village is located in Shahuwadi Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Gajapur?
Gajapur is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gajapur?
The pincode of Gajapur is 415101.
What is the population of Gajapur?
Gajapur had a total population of 1,950, including 881 males and 1,069 females.
How many households are there in Gajapur?
Gajapur had 447 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gajapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gajapur was 70.26%. Male literacy was 77.68% and female literacy was 64.21%.