Gopuj
Gopuj is a village located in Khatav tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Vaduj (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Gopuj village is also a gram panchayat.
Gopuj has its own place in the vibrant Satara 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 Gopuj
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gopuj is 563530. The village spans a total geographical area of 1066.04 hectares. Karad is nearest town to Gopuj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gopuj 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 Man Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Madha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gopuj
Population of Gopuj
Below is a concise population overview of Gopuj as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,222 | 1,111 | 1,111 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 108 | 102 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 323 | 160 | 163 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 55 | 76 |
Literate Population | 1,625 | 872 | 753 |
Illiterate Population | 597 | 239 | 358 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gopuj village:
- The total population of Gopuj village is around 2,222, including approximately 1,111 males and 1,111 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 210 children aged 0–6 years in Gopuj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gopuj village has 323 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 131 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gopuj village is about 73.13%, with male literacy at 78.49% and female literacy at 67.78%.
- There are around 481 households in Gopuj village.
Connectivity of Gopuj
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gopuj. As per the 2011 stats, Gopuj had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Gopuj
Knowing the nearby villages of Gopuj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gopuj.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gopuj
- Where is Gopuj located?
- Gopuj village is situated in Khatav Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gopuj?
- Gopuj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gopuj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gopuj is 2,222, with 1,111 males and 1,111 females.
- How many households are there in Gopuj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gopuj village has a total of 481 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gopuj as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gopuj is 73.13%. The male literacy rate is 78.49%, while the female literacy rate is 67.78%.