Visapur - Khatav, Satara
Visapur is a village situated in the Khatav tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaduj and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Visapur village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Visapur is 563490. The village covers a total geographical area of 1644.67 hectares and falls under the 415502 pincode. Satara is the nearest town, located about 33 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 Koregaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Visapur
According to the 2011 Census, Visapur village had a total population of 4,647 people, including 2,297 males and 2,350 females, living in 959 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.73%, with male literacy at 84.42% and female literacy at 69.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 369, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 4,647 | 2,297 | 2,350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 508 | 269 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 369 | 175 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 3,176 | 1,712 | 1,464 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,471 | 585 | 886 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Revalkarwadi | South | 2.31 km |
| Gadewadi | South-East | 4.00 km |
| Vardhangad | North | 4.02 km |
| Khatgun | East | 4.02 km |
| Pusegaon | North-East | 4.37 km |
| Ner | North-East | 4.56 km |
| Ramoshiwadi | North-West | 4.78 km |
| Amalewadi | South-East | 4.81 km |
| Bitalewadi | South | 5.09 km |
| Bhatamwadi | West | 5.61 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 Rahimatpur, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Satara to Visapur is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Visapur
Where is Visapur located?
Visapur village is located in Khatav Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Visapur?
Visapur is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Visapur?
The pincode of Visapur is 415502.
What is the population of Visapur?
Visapur had a total population of 4,647, including 2,297 males and 2,350 females.
How many households are there in Visapur?
Visapur had 959 households.
What is the literacy rate in Visapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Visapur was 76.73%. Male literacy was 84.42% and female literacy was 69.35%.