Bhopan
Bhopan is a village located in Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Dapoli Camp (tehsildar office) and 199km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Bhopan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bhopan unique in its vibrant Dapoli-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Bhopan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bhopan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhopan is 564931. The village spans a total geographical area of 729.19 hectares. Dapoli Camp is nearest town to Bhopan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bhopan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bhopan
Population of Bhopan
According to the 2011 Census, Bhopan has a total population of about 984, with approximately 393 males and 591 females. The sex ratio is around 1503 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 108 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 41 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.31%, with male literacy at about 78.12% and female literacy near 53.47%. There are around 297 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhopan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 984 | 393 | 591 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 51 | 57 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 16 | 25 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 623 | 307 | 316 |
Illiterate Population | 361 | 86 | 275 |
Connectivity of Bhopan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhopan. As per the 2011 stats, Bhopan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhopan
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhopan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhopan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhopan
- Where is Bhopan located?
- Bhopan village is situated in Dapoli Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhopan?
- Bhopan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Bhopan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhopan is 984, with 393 males and 591 females.
- How many households are there in Bhopan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhopan village has a total of 297 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhopan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhopan is 63.31%. The male literacy rate is 78.12%, while the female literacy rate is 53.47%.