Visapur - Guhagar, Ratnagiri
Visapur is a village situated in the Guhagar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guhagar and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Visapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Visapur is 565382. The village covers a total geographical area of 523.6 hectares and falls under the 415719 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 50 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 Guhagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Visapur
According to the 2011 Census, Visapur village had a total population of 786 people, including 365 males and 421 females, living in 200 households. The sex ratio was 1,153 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.85%, with male literacy at 87.38% and female literacy at 62.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 786 | 365 | 421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 40 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 528 | 284 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 81 | 177 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karul | South | 2.07 km |
| Parchuri | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Panderi | North-West | 2.65 km |
| Talavali | South | 2.79 km |
| Umbarghar | West | 3.06 km |
| Peve | South-West | 3.36 km |
| Sahilnagar | North | 3.86 km |
| Pangari Tarf Haveli | North-East | 3.97 km |
| Kharyachakond | South | 4.03 km |
| Gudaghe | West | 4.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Visapur
Visapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anjani, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.3 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 Chiplun to Visapur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Visapur is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Visapur
Where is Visapur located?
Visapur village is located in Guhagar Tehsil, Ratnagiri 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 415719.
What is the population of Visapur?
Visapur had a total population of 786, including 365 males and 421 females.
How many households are there in Visapur?
Visapur had 200 households.
What is the literacy rate in Visapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Visapur was 73.85%. Male literacy was 87.38% and female literacy was 62.56%.