Dapka Gundopant Village - Mukhed, Nanded
Dapka Gundopant is a village situated in the Mukhed tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukhed and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Dapka Gundopant village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dapka Gundopant is 545564. The village covers a total geographical area of 2376 hectares and falls under the 431715 pincode. Deglur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Dapka Gundopant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dapka Gundopant
As per Census 2011, Dapka Gundopant village has a total population of 6,013 people, consisting of 3,087 males and 2,926 females. The village has 1,179 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 845 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,622 literate and 2,391 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,148 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 451 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dapka Gundopant are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,013 | 3,087 | 2,926 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 845 | 432 | 413 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,148 | 589 | 559 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 451 | 223 | 228 |
| Literate Population | 3,622 | 2,099 | 1,523 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,391 | 988 | 1,403 |
Nearby Villages of Dapka Gundopant
Dapka Gundopant 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mewapur | West | 3.80 km |
| Hatral | North-East | 3.95 km |
| Choundi | South-West | 4.18 km |
| Gawhan | North | 4.24 km |
| Kalambar | East | 4.62 km |
| Halni | South-East | 5.12 km |
| Atnoor | North-West | 5.35 km |
| Deulwadi | West | 5.42 km |
| Chinchgaon | South | 5.80 km |
| Nagral | South-East | 6.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dapka Gundopant
Dapka Gundopant is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Udgir, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deglur to Dapka Gundopant is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Dapka Gundopant is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dapka Gundopant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dapka Gundopant 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 Dapka Gundopant
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dapka Gundopant village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dapka Gundopant
Where is Dapka Gundopant located?
Dapka Gundopant village is located in Mukhed Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dapka Gundopant?
Dapka Gundopant is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dapka Gundopant?
The pincode of Dapka Gundopant is 431715.
What is the population of Dapka Gundopant?
Dapka Gundopant has a total population of 6,013, including 3,087 males and 2,926 females.
How many households are there in Dapka Gundopant?
There are 1,179 households in Dapka Gundopant.
What is the literacy rate in Dapka Gundopant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dapka Gundopant is 60.24%. Male literacy is 67.99% and female literacy is 52.05%.