Savadi - Athni, Belagavi
Savadi is a village situated in the Athni taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from Athani and around 210 km from Belgaum. Savadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Savadi is 597322. The village covers a total geographical area of 4765.46 hectares and falls under the 591240 pincode. Athani is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Savadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Savadi
As per Census 2011, Savadi village has a total population of 7,977 people, consisting of 4,083 males and 3,894 females. The village has 1,631 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,261 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,461 literate and 3,516 illiterate residents. Additionally, 674 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 963 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Savadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,977 | 4,083 | 3,894 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,261 | 654 | 607 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 674 | 327 | 347 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 963 | 505 | 458 |
| Literate Population | 4,461 | 2,546 | 1,915 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,516 | 1,537 | 1,979 |
Nearby Villages of Savadi
Savadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shiraguppi | East | 4.22 km |
| Hipparagi | South-East | 5.90 km |
| Satti | West | 5.95 km |
| Janawad | South | 6.33 km |
| Balawad | North-East | 6.37 km |
| Nandeshwar | South-West | 6.82 km |
| Radderahatti | North-West | 6.94 km |
| Nandagaon | North | 7.36 km |
| Maigur | East | 7.46 km |
| Shirahatti | North-East | 7.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Savadi
Savadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kudachi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Athani to Savadi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Savadi is about 210 km, with the usual travel time around ~6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Savadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Savadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Savadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Savadi 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 Savadi
Where is Savadi located?
Savadi village is located in Athni Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Savadi?
Savadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Savadi?
The pincode of Savadi is 591240.
What is the population of Savadi?
Savadi has a total population of 7,977, including 4,083 males and 3,894 females.
How many households are there in Savadi?
There are 1,631 households in Savadi.
What is the literacy rate in Savadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Savadi is 55.92%. Male literacy is 62.36% and female literacy is 49.18%.