Chopadi - Sangole, Solapur
Chopadi is a village situated in the Sangole tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sangole and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Chopadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chopadi is 562572. The village covers a total geographical area of 2325.28 hectares and falls under the 413308 pincode. Sangole is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chopadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sangole Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chopadi
As per Census 2011, Chopadi village has a total population of 5,370 people, consisting of 2,706 males and 2,664 females. The village has 1,132 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 662 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,512 literate and 1,858 illiterate residents. Additionally, 681 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chopadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,370 | 2,706 | 2,664 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 662 | 344 | 318 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 681 | 337 | 344 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,512 | 2,002 | 1,510 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,858 | 704 | 1,154 |
Nearby Villages of Chopadi
Chopadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bandgarwadi | West | 2.81 km |
| Zapachiwadi | East | 3.33 km |
| Somewadi | South-West | 3.73 km |
| Pachegaon Kh. | South-East | 3.84 km |
| Buddhehal | South | 3.95 km |
| Nazare | North-East | 4.37 km |
| Saragarwadi | North-East | 4.92 km |
| Madgule | North-West | 4.99 km |
| Karandewadi | East | 5.45 km |
| Nalvadewadi | South-East | 5.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chopadi
Chopadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Wasud, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangole to Chopadi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Chopadi is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chopadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chopadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chopadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chopadi 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chopadi
Where is Chopadi located?
Chopadi village is located in Sangole Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chopadi?
Chopadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chopadi?
The pincode of Chopadi is 413308.
What is the population of Chopadi?
Chopadi has a total population of 5,370, including 2,706 males and 2,664 females.
How many households are there in Chopadi?
There are 1,132 households in Chopadi.
What is the literacy rate in Chopadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chopadi is 65.40%. Male literacy is 73.98% and female literacy is 56.68%.