Visapur - Tasgaon, Sangli
Visapur is a village situated in the Tasgaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tasgaon and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Visapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Visapur is 568647. The village covers a total geographical area of 3436.19 hectares and falls under the 416314 pincode. Tasgaon is the nearest town, located about 11 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 Khanapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Visapur
According to the 2011 Census, Visapur village had a total population of 7,128 people, including 3,590 males and 3,538 females, living in 1,536 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.36%, with male literacy at 89.62% and female literacy at 75.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 986, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 7,128 | 3,590 | 3,538 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 661 | 363 | 298 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 986 | 506 | 480 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 5,326 | 2,892 | 2,434 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,802 | 698 | 1,104 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sirgaon Visapur | West | 3.47 km |
| Vanjarwadi | South | 3.84 km |
| Panmalewadi | West | 3.93 km |
| Gotewadi | East | 4.15 km |
| Hatnoli | North | 4.85 km |
| Dhavali | South-West | 4.85 km |
| Punadi (tasgaon) | South-East | 5.07 km |
| Borgaon | West | 5.74 km |
| Hatnoor | North-East | 5.91 km |
| Limb | North-West | 6.55 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 Bhilavdi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.3 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 Tasgaon to Visapur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Visapur is about 34 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 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 Tasgaon Tehsil, Sangli 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 416314.
What is the population of Visapur?
Visapur had a total population of 7,128, including 3,590 males and 3,538 females.
How many households are there in Visapur?
Visapur had 1,536 households.
What is the literacy rate in Visapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Visapur was 82.36%. Male literacy was 89.62% and female literacy was 75.12%.