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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Gajapur village has a total population of 1,950 people, consisting of 881 males and 1,069 females. The village has 447 households and a sex ratio of 1,213 females per 1,000 males. There are 225 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,212 literate and 738 illiterate residents. Additionally, 516 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gajapur are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Gajapur?
Gajapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gajapur?
The pincode of Gajapur is 415101.
What is the population of Gajapur?
Gajapur has a total population of 1,950, including 881 males and 1,069 females.
How many households are there in Gajapur?
There are 447 households in Gajapur.
What is the literacy rate in Gajapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gajapur is 62.15%. Male literacy is 68.33% and female literacy is 57.06%.