Guddapur - Jat, Sangli
Guddapur is a village situated in the Jat tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jat and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Guddapur village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guddapur is 568875. The village covers a total geographical area of 933.88 hectares and falls under the 416412 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 107 km away.
Guddapur 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 Guddapur
According to the 2011 Census, Guddapur village had a total population of 1,622 people, including 823 males and 799 females, living in 295 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.61%, with male literacy at 79.22% and female literacy at 61.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 390, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 43.
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 | 1,622 | 823 | 799 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 130 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 390 | 200 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 973 | 549 | 424 |
| Illiterate Population | 649 | 274 | 375 |
Nearby Villages of Guddapur
Guddapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Soradi | South-West | 2.99 km |
| Vhaspeth | North | 3.18 km |
| Tilyal | South-East | 3.86 km |
| Asangi Jat | East | 4.59 km |
| Kolgiri | West | 6.08 km |
| Madgyal | North | 6.59 km |
| Daribadachi | South-East | 6.76 km |
| Darikonur | South | 7.19 km |
| Lamantanda D.b | South-East | 7.31 km |
| Gondhalewadi | East | 7.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Guddapur
Public transport in the Guddapur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jath Road, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.5 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 Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Guddapur is about 107 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Guddapur is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guddapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guddapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Guddapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guddapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Guddapur
Where is Guddapur located?
Guddapur village is located in Jat Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Guddapur?
Guddapur is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Guddapur?
The pincode of Guddapur is 416412.
What is the population of Guddapur?
Guddapur had a total population of 1,622, including 823 males and 799 females.
How many households are there in Guddapur?
Guddapur had 295 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guddapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guddapur was 70.61%. Male literacy was 79.22% and female literacy was 61.90%.