Gopalwadi - Daund, Pune
Gopalwadi is a village situated in the Daund tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daund and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Gopalwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalwadi is 556403. The village covers a total geographical area of 931 hectares and falls under the 413801 pincode. Daund is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Gopalwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gopalwadi
As per Census 2011, Gopalwadi village has a total population of 7,211 people, consisting of 3,714 males and 3,497 females. The village has 1,515 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 907 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,378 literate and 1,833 illiterate residents. Additionally, 759 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 152 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,211 | 3,714 | 3,497 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 907 | 486 | 421 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 759 | 376 | 383 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 78 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 5,378 | 2,908 | 2,470 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,833 | 806 | 1,027 |
Nearby Villages of Gopalwadi
Gopalwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mergalwadi | South | 1.39 km |
| Malwadi | East | 1.92 km |
| Masanarwadi | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Lingali | North-East | 4.07 km |
| Pandharewadi | South-West | 4.24 km |
| Khorwadi | East | 4.41 km |
| Girim | West | 5.31 km |
| Maladpatas | South-East | 5.54 km |
| Sonwadi | North | 6.32 km |
| Kadamwasti | East | 7.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gopalwadi
Gopalwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Daund Jn, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Daund to Gopalwadi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Gopalwadi is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopalwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopalwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gopalwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopalwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gopalwadi
Where is Gopalwadi located?
Gopalwadi village is located in Daund Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalwadi?
Gopalwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gopalwadi?
The pincode of Gopalwadi is 413801.
What is the population of Gopalwadi?
Gopalwadi has a total population of 7,211, including 3,714 males and 3,497 females.
How many households are there in Gopalwadi?
There are 1,515 households in Gopalwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalwadi is 74.58%. Male literacy is 78.30% and female literacy is 70.63%.