Kalappawadi - Akkalkot, Solapur
Kalappawadi is a village situated in the Akkalkot tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkot and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Kalappawadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalappawadi is 562913. The village covers a total geographical area of 1139.15 hectares and falls under the 413216 pincode. Akkalkot is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kalappawadi 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 Kalappawadi
As per Census 2011, Kalappawadi village has a total population of 2,016 people, consisting of 1,033 males and 983 females. The village has 390 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 267 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,089 literate and 927 illiterate residents. Additionally, 216 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 181 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalappawadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,016 | 1,033 | 983 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 146 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 100 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 181 | 98 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 1,089 | 657 | 432 |
| Illiterate Population | 927 | 376 | 551 |
Nearby Villages of Kalappawadi
Kalappawadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Satan Dudhani | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Boroti Bk | South-East | 2.93 km |
| Udagi | North-West | 3.51 km |
| Sevanagar | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Tolnur | South-West | 4.31 km |
| Talewad | East | 4.79 km |
| Boroti Kh. | South-East | 5.23 km |
| Marathwadi | West | 5.44 km |
| Galoragi | North | 5.94 km |
| Jakapur | North | 6.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalappawadi
Kalappawadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Boroti, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.6 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 Kalappawadi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Kalappawadi is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalappawadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalappawadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalappawadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalappawadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kalappawadi
Where is Kalappawadi located?
Kalappawadi village is located in Akkalkot Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalappawadi?
Kalappawadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalappawadi?
The pincode of Kalappawadi is 413216.
What is the population of Kalappawadi?
Kalappawadi has a total population of 2,016, including 1,033 males and 983 females.
How many households are there in Kalappawadi?
There are 390 households in Kalappawadi.
What is the literacy rate in Kalappawadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalappawadi is 54.02%. Male literacy is 63.60% and female literacy is 43.95%.