Visapur - Kalwan, Nashik
Visapur is a village situated in the Kalwan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalwan and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Visapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Visapur is 549842. The village covers a total geographical area of 744.61 hectares and falls under the 423501 pincode. Satana is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Visapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Visapur
According to the 2011 Census, Visapur village had a total population of 2,037 people, including 1,040 males and 997 females, living in 332 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.69%, with male literacy at 80.74% and female literacy at 72.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,139.
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 | 2,037 | 1,040 | 997 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 147 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 48 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,139 | 571 | 568 |
| Literate Population | 1,349 | 721 | 628 |
| Illiterate Population | 688 | 319 | 369 |
Nearby Villages of Visapur
Visapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chacher | East | 1.66 km |
| Bijore | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Bhadvan | South | 2.96 km |
| Wadi Chaulher | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Gangavan | South-West | 3.48 km |
| Pilakos | South-East | 3.84 km |
| Kakane | West | 4.47 km |
| Sarwar | North | 4.65 km |
| Khamkhede | East | 4.77 km |
| Navegaon | North-East | 4.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Visapur
Visapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Summit, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.2 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 Satana to Visapur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Visapur is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Visapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Visapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Visapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Visapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Visapur
Where is Visapur located?
Visapur village is located in Kalwan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Visapur?
Visapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Visapur?
The pincode of Visapur is 423501.
What is the population of Visapur?
Visapur had a total population of 2,037, including 1,040 males and 997 females.
How many households are there in Visapur?
Visapur had 332 households.
What is the literacy rate in Visapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Visapur was 76.69%. Male literacy was 80.74% and female literacy was 72.52%.