Bhopala - Naigaon (Khairgaon), Nanded
Bhopala is a village situated in the Naigaon (Khairgaon) tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naigaon (khairgaon) and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Bhopala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhopala is 545163. The village covers a total geographical area of 446.64 hectares and falls under the 431736 pincode. Deglur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bhopala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhopala
As per Census 2011, Bhopala village has a total population of 1,572 people, consisting of 822 males and 750 females. The village has 403 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 234 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 906 literate and 666 illiterate residents. Additionally, 324 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 86 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhopala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,572 | 822 | 750 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 136 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 324 | 170 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 51 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 906 | 522 | 384 |
| Illiterate Population | 666 | 300 | 366 |
Nearby Villages of Bhopala
Bhopala is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bhopala
Bhopala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deglur to Bhopala is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Bhopala is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhopala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhopala 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 Bhopala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhopala 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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bhopala
Where is Bhopala located?
Bhopala village is located in Naigaon (Khairgaon) Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhopala?
Bhopala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhopala?
The pincode of Bhopala is 431736.
What is the population of Bhopala?
Bhopala has a total population of 1,572, including 822 males and 750 females.
How many households are there in Bhopala?
There are 403 households in Bhopala.
What is the literacy rate in Bhopala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhopala is 57.63%. Male literacy is 63.50% and female literacy is 51.20%.