Gopalnagar - Karad, Satara
Gopalnagar is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Karve serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopalnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalnagar is 564671. The village covers a total geographical area of 853 hectares and falls under the 415124 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Gopalnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karad South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Gopalnagar village had a total population of 2,102 people, including 1,049 males and 1,053 females, living in 410 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.58%, with male literacy at 83.35% and female literacy at 67.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51.
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 | 2,102 | 1,049 | 1,053 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 124 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,393 | 771 | 622 |
| Illiterate Population | 709 | 278 | 431 |
Nearby Villages of Gopalnagar
Gopalnagar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gopalnagar
Gopalnagar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gopalnagar.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Gopalnagar is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Gopalnagar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopalnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopalnagar 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 Gopalnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopalnagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gopalnagar
Where is Gopalnagar located?
Gopalnagar village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopalnagar is Karve.
What is the pincode of Gopalnagar?
The pincode of Gopalnagar is 415124.
What is the population of Gopalnagar?
Gopalnagar had a total population of 2,102, including 1,049 males and 1,053 females.
How many households are there in Gopalnagar?
Gopalnagar had 410 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalnagar was 75.58%. Male literacy was 83.35% and female literacy was 67.76%.