Koparde - Khandala, Satara
Koparde is a village situated in the Khandala tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khandala and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Koparde village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koparde is 563231. The village covers a total geographical area of 1709 hectares and falls under the 415521 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Koparde village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koparde
As per Census 2011, Koparde village has a total population of 2,197 people, consisting of 1,128 males and 1,069 females. The village has 448 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 223 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,530 literate and 667 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koparde are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,197 | 1,128 | 1,069 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 120 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 61 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,530 | 831 | 699 |
| Illiterate Population | 667 | 297 | 370 |
Nearby Villages of Koparde
Koparde 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koparde | East | 2.98 km |
| Bhavenagar | South-West | 3.84 km |
| Tambave | North-East | 3.87 km |
| Padali | North-West | 4.06 km |
| Nimbodi | North | 4.37 km |
| Salpe | South-East | 5.37 km |
| Chambharwadi | North-East | 5.43 km |
| Sherechiwadi (dhaval) | South-East | 5.90 km |
| Pimpode Bk. | South-West | 6.70 km |
| Tadawale S. Wagholi | South | 6.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koparde
Koparde is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Salpa, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phaltan to Koparde is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Koparde is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koparde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koparde village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Koparde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koparde village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Koparde
Where is Koparde located?
Koparde village is located in Khandala Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koparde?
Koparde is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koparde?
The pincode of Koparde is 415521.
What is the population of Koparde?
Koparde has a total population of 2,197, including 1,128 males and 1,069 females.
How many households are there in Koparde?
There are 448 households in Koparde.
What is the literacy rate in Koparde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koparde is 69.64%. Male literacy is 73.67% and female literacy is 65.39%.