Dafalapur - Jat, Sangli
Dafalapur is a village situated in the Jat tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jat and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Dafalapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dafalapur is 568836. The village covers a total geographical area of 4543 hectares and falls under the 416402 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Dafalapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dafalapur
As per Census 2011, Dafalapur village has a total population of 7,591 people, consisting of 3,878 males and 3,713 females. The village has 1,586 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 881 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,227 literate and 2,364 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,131 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 90 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dafalapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,591 | 3,878 | 3,713 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 881 | 477 | 404 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,131 | 557 | 574 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 49 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 5,227 | 2,841 | 2,386 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,364 | 1,037 | 1,327 |
Nearby Villages of Dafalapur
Dafalapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belunkhi | North-East | 4.43 km |
| Mirawad | South-East | 4.94 km |
| Kudnur | South-West | 5.04 km |
| Jirgyal | South-East | 5.46 km |
| Kokale | West | 6.43 km |
| Baj | North | 6.69 km |
| Shinganapur | South-West | 6.74 km |
| Khalati | East | 6.98 km |
| Bassappachiwadi | North-West | 7.74 km |
| Ankale | North-West | 7.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dafalapur
Public transport in the Dafalapur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kavathe Mahankl, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.8 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Dafalapur is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Dafalapur is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dafalapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dafalapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dafalapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dafalapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dafalapur
Where is Dafalapur located?
Dafalapur village is located in Jat Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dafalapur?
Dafalapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dafalapur?
The pincode of Dafalapur is 416402.
What is the population of Dafalapur?
Dafalapur has a total population of 7,591, including 3,878 males and 3,713 females.
How many households are there in Dafalapur?
There are 1,586 households in Dafalapur.
What is the literacy rate in Dafalapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dafalapur is 68.86%. Male literacy is 73.26% and female literacy is 64.26%.