Walope
About Walope
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Walope village is 565222. Walope village is located in Chiplun tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Chiplun (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Valope is the gram panchayat of Walope village.
The total geographical area of village is 532 hectares. Walope has a total population of 2,646 peoples, out of which male population is 1,339 while female population is 1,307. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 976 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of walope village is 81.63% out of which 85.44% males and 77.74% females are literate. There are about 583 houses in walope village.
When it comes to administration, Walope village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Walope village comes under Chiplun Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Chiplun is nearest town to walope village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
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Population of Walope
The population details of Walope cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,646 | 1,339 | 1,307 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 281 | 149 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 165 | 84 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,160 | 1,144 | 1,016 |
| Illiterate Population | 486 | 195 | 291 |
Connectivity of Walope
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Walope
Where is Walope located?
Walope village is situated in Chiplun Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Walope?
The Gram Panchayat of Walope is Valope (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Walope as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Walope is 2,646, with 1,339 males and 1,307 females.
How many households are there in Walope as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Walope village has a total of 583 households.
What is the literacy rate in Walope as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Walope is 81.63%. The male literacy rate is 85.44%, while the female literacy rate is 77.74%.