Bopegaon
Bopegaon is a village located in Wai tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Wai (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Bopegaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Bopegaon 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 Bopegaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bopegaon is 563141. The village spans a total geographical area of 696 hectares. Wai is nearest town to Bopegaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bopegaon 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 Wai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bopegaon
Population of Bopegaon
Below is a concise population overview of Bopegaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,670 | 884 | 786 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 87 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 109 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,299 | 715 | 584 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 169 | 202 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bopegaon village:
- The total population of Bopegaon village is around 1,670, including approximately 884 males and 786 females, with a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 146 children aged 0–6 years in Bopegaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bopegaon village has 217 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bopegaon village is about 77.78%, with male literacy at 80.88% and female literacy at 74.30%.
- There are around 376 households in Bopegaon village.
Connectivity of Bopegaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bopegaon. As per the 2011 stats, Bopegaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bopegaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Bopegaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bopegaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bopegaon
- Where is Bopegaon located?
- Bopegaon village is situated in Wai Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bopegaon?
- Bopegaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Bopegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bopegaon is 1,670, with 884 males and 786 females.
- How many households are there in Bopegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bopegaon village has a total of 376 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bopegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bopegaon is 77.78%. The male literacy rate is 80.88%, while the female literacy rate is 74.30%.