Tapola - Mahabaleshwar, Satara
Tapola is a village situated in the Mahabaleshwar tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahabaleshwar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Vanavali T.solashi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tapola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tapola is 563016. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.51 hectares and falls under the 412806 pincode. Wai is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Tapola 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 Tapola
As per Census 2011, Tapola village has a total population of 621 people, consisting of 348 males and 273 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 784 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 463 literate and 158 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tapola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 621 | 348 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 37 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 37 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 463 | 279 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 69 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Tapola
Tapola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Furus | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Gadhavali | South | 1.57 km |
| Kelghar T.solshi | East | 1.69 km |
| Vanavli T. Ategaon | North-West | 1.78 km |
| Ahir | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Tetli | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Apti | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Waki | North | 3.26 km |
| Dere Tarfe Tamb | South | 3.27 km |
| Sawari | South-East | 3.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tapola
Tapola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chiplun, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.8 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 Wai to Tapola is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Tapola is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tapola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tapola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tapola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tapola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tapola
Where is Tapola located?
Tapola village is located in Mahabaleshwar Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tapola?
The Gram Panchayat of Tapola is Vanavali T.solashi.
What is the pincode of Tapola?
The pincode of Tapola is 412806.
What is the population of Tapola?
Tapola has a total population of 621, including 348 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Tapola?
There are 122 households in Tapola.
What is the literacy rate in Tapola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tapola is 74.56%. Male literacy is 80.17% and female literacy is 67.40%.