Palapur
Palapur is a village located in Akkalkot tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Akkalkot (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Palapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Palapur has its own place in the vibrant Solapur 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 Palapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palapur is 562876. The village spans a total geographical area of 565 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 413216. Akkalkot is nearest town to Palapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
When it comes to local governance, Palapur 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 Akkalkot Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Solapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Palapur
Population of Palapur
Below is a concise population overview of Palapur 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 | 775 | 383 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 52 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 199 | 93 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 412 | 241 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 142 | 221 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palapur village:
- The total population of Palapur village is around 775, including approximately 383 males and 392 females, with a sex ratio of 1023 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 114 children aged 0–6 years in Palapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palapur village has 199 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 12 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palapur village is about 53.16%, with male literacy at 62.92% and female literacy at 43.62%.
- There are around 171 households in Palapur village.
Connectivity of Palapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palapur. As per the 2011 stats, Palapur 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 Palapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Palapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palapur
- Where is Palapur located?
- Palapur village is situated in Akkalkot Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palapur?
- Palapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Palapur?
- The pincode of Palapur is 413216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palapur is 775, with 383 males and 392 females.
- How many households are there in Palapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palapur village has a total of 171 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palapur is 53.16%. The male literacy rate is 62.92%, while the female literacy rate is 43.62%.