Vihapur
Vihapur is a village located in Kadegaon tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Kadegaon (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Vihapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Vihapur has its own place in the vibrant Sangli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Vihapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vihapur is 568475. The village spans a total geographical area of 1176.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415304. Karad is nearest town to Vihapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vihapur 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 Palus-kadegaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sangli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Vihapur
Population of Vihapur
Below is a concise population overview of Vihapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,426 | 1,243 | 1,183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 109 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 144 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,852 | 1,045 | 807 |
| Illiterate Population | 574 | 198 | 376 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vihapur village:
- The total population of Vihapur village is around 2,426, including approximately 1,243 males and 1,183 females, with a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 204 children aged 0–6 years in Vihapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vihapur village has 275 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Vihapur village is about 76.34%, with male literacy at 84.07% and female literacy at 68.22%.
- There are around 540 households in Vihapur village.
Connectivity of Vihapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vihapur. As per the 2011 stats, Vihapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vihapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Vihapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vihapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vihapur
- Where is Vihapur located?
- Vihapur village is situated in Kadegaon Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vihapur?
- Vihapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vihapur?
- The pincode of Vihapur is 415304, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vihapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vihapur is 2,426, with 1,243 males and 1,183 females.
- How many households are there in Vihapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vihapur village has a total of 540 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vihapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vihapur is 76.34%. The male literacy rate is 84.07%, while the female literacy rate is 68.22%.