Pophalaj - Karmala, Solapur
Pophalaj is a village situated in the Karmala tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karmala and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Pophalaj village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pophalaj is 561861. The village covers a total geographical area of 1386.41 hectares and falls under the 413202 pincode. Karmala is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Pophalaj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karmala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pophalaj
As per Census 2011, Pophalaj village has a total population of 2,190 people, consisting of 1,132 males and 1,058 females. The village has 439 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 285 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,422 literate and 768 illiterate residents. Additionally, 277 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pophalaj are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,190 | 1,132 | 1,058 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 285 | 156 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 145 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,422 | 829 | 593 |
| Illiterate Population | 768 | 303 | 465 |
Nearby Villages of Pophalaj
Pophalaj 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shetphal | South | 3.50 km |
| Jeurwadi | South-East | 3.51 km |
| Zare | North | 4.32 km |
| Kedgaon | South-West | 4.33 km |
| Umrad | North-West | 5.67 km |
| Jeur | South-East | 5.95 km |
| Anjandoh | North | 6.37 km |
| Dahigaon | South | 6.72 km |
| Sogaon | West | 7.84 km |
| Kondhej | East | 8.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pophalaj
Public transport in the Pophalaj is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pophlaj, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karmala to Pophalaj is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Pophalaj is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pophalaj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pophalaj village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pophalaj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pophalaj village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pophalaj
Where is Pophalaj located?
Pophalaj village is located in Karmala Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pophalaj?
Pophalaj is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pophalaj?
The pincode of Pophalaj is 413202.
What is the population of Pophalaj?
Pophalaj has a total population of 2,190, including 1,132 males and 1,058 females.
How many households are there in Pophalaj?
There are 439 households in Pophalaj.
What is the literacy rate in Pophalaj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pophalaj is 64.93%. Male literacy is 73.23% and female literacy is 56.05%.