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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Guddapur village has a total population of 1,622 people, consisting of 823 males and 799 females. The village has 295 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 244 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 973 literate and 649 illiterate residents. Additionally, 390 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guddapur are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Guddapur?
Guddapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Guddapur?
The pincode of Guddapur is 416412.
What is the population of Guddapur?
Guddapur has a total population of 1,622, including 823 males and 799 females.
How many households are there in Guddapur?
There are 295 households in Guddapur.
What is the literacy rate in Guddapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guddapur is 59.99%. Male literacy is 66.71% and female literacy is 53.07%.