Gopalpur - Pandharpur, Solapur
Gopalpur is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Gopalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopalpur is 562367. The village covers a total geographical area of 1095 hectares and falls under the 413304 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Gopalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gopalpur
As per Census 2011, Gopalpur village has a total population of 6,918 people, consisting of 3,718 males and 3,200 females. The village has 1,160 households and a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males. There are 739 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,226 literate and 1,692 illiterate residents. Additionally, 763 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 182 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,918 | 3,718 | 3,200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 739 | 409 | 330 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 763 | 396 | 367 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 86 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 5,226 | 2,995 | 2,231 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,692 | 723 | 969 |
Nearby Villages of Gopalpur
Gopalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shegaon Dumala | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Kondharki | East | 3.69 km |
| Mundhewadi | North-East | 3.78 km |
| Anawali | South-East | 4.31 km |
| Bhatumbare | North-West | 5.48 km |
| Degaon | North | 6.09 km |
| Ajansond | North-East | 6.34 km |
| Takli | West | 6.60 km |
| Chincholi Bhose | North-West | 6.92 km |
| Kasegaon | South-West | 7.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gopalpur
Gopalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pandharpur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Gopalpur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Gopalpur is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gopalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gopalpur
Where is Gopalpur located?
Gopalpur village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gopalpur?
The pincode of Gopalpur is 413304.
What is the population of Gopalpur?
Gopalpur has a total population of 6,918, including 3,718 males and 3,200 females.
How many households are there in Gopalpur?
There are 1,160 households in Gopalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopalpur is 75.54%. Male literacy is 80.55% and female literacy is 69.72%.