Chappalgaon - Akkalkot, Solapur
Chappalgaon is a village situated in the Akkalkot tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkot and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Chapalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chappalgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chappalgaon is 562863. The village covers a total geographical area of 2410 hectares and falls under the 413226 pincode. Akkalkot is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chappalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chappalgaon
As per Census 2011, Chappalgaon village has a total population of 4,384 people, consisting of 2,266 males and 2,118 females. The village has 884 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 534 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,601 literate and 1,783 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,144 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 185 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chappalgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,384 | 2,266 | 2,118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 534 | 279 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,144 | 578 | 566 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 103 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 2,601 | 1,541 | 1,060 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,783 | 725 | 1,058 |
Nearby Villages of Chappalgaon
Chappalgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bavkarwadi | North-East | 2.97 km |
| Barhanpur | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Chapalgaonwadi | South-West | 3.72 km |
| Dahitane | South-East | 3.93 km |
| Sindkhed | East | 4.37 km |
| Dahitanewadi | South-West | 4.51 km |
| Hannur | North | 5.46 km |
| Tirth | West | 5.69 km |
| Motyal | East | 5.72 km |
| Kolekarwadi | East | 5.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chappalgaon
Chappalgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tilati, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.0 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akkalkot to Chappalgaon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Chappalgaon is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chappalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chappalgaon 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 Chappalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chappalgaon 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 Chappalgaon
Where is Chappalgaon located?
Chappalgaon village is located in Akkalkot Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chappalgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Chappalgaon is Chapalgaon.
What is the pincode of Chappalgaon?
The pincode of Chappalgaon is 413226.
What is the population of Chappalgaon?
Chappalgaon has a total population of 4,384, including 2,266 males and 2,118 females.
How many households are there in Chappalgaon?
There are 884 households in Chappalgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Chappalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chappalgaon is 59.33%. Male literacy is 68.01% and female literacy is 50.05%.