Ropale - Pandharpur, Solapur
Ropale is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Ropale Bk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ropale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ropale is 562354. The village covers a total geographical area of 2148.85 hectares and falls under the 413304 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Ropale 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 Ropale
As per Census 2011, Ropale village has a total population of 6,315 people, consisting of 3,337 males and 2,978 females. The village has 1,315 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 912 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,908 literate and 2,407 illiterate residents. Additionally, 840 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 359 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ropale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,315 | 3,337 | 2,978 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 912 | 510 | 402 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 840 | 434 | 406 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 359 | 190 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 3,908 | 2,269 | 1,639 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,407 | 1,068 | 1,339 |
Nearby Villages of Ropale
Ropale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Babhulgaon | South-West | 3.91 km |
| Yevati | East | 4.77 km |
| Tungat | South-East | 5.23 km |
| Mendhapur | West | 5.52 km |
| Ashti | North | 5.87 km |
| Kharatwadi | North-West | 5.98 km |
| Narayan Chincholi | South | 6.05 km |
| Ishwar Wathar | South | 7.48 km |
| Adhiv | South-West | 8.46 km |
| Jadhavwadi | North-West | 8.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ropale
Ropale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ashti, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.6 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Ropale is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Ropale is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ropale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ropale 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 Ropale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ropale 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 Ropale
Where is Ropale located?
Ropale village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ropale?
The Gram Panchayat of Ropale is Ropale Bk.
What is the pincode of Ropale?
The pincode of Ropale is 413304.
What is the population of Ropale?
Ropale has a total population of 6,315, including 3,337 males and 2,978 females.
How many households are there in Ropale?
There are 1,315 households in Ropale.
What is the literacy rate in Ropale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ropale is 61.88%. Male literacy is 68.00% and female literacy is 55.04%.