Bastwad
Bastwad is a village located in Raybag taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Raibag (tehsildar office) and 101km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Alagwadi is the gram panchayat of Bastwad village.
Here you can discover what makes Bastwad unique in its vibrant Raybag-Belgaum region. You’ll see Bastwad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bastwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bastwad is 597401. The village spans a total geographical area of 1973.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 591235. Raibag is nearest town to Bastwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Bastwad
Population of Bastwad
According to the 2011 Census, Bastwad has a total population of about 3,252, with approximately 1,688 males and 1,564 females. The sex ratio is around 926 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 585 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 808 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.75%, with male literacy at about 55.63% and female literacy near 43.41%. There are around 616 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bastwad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,252 | 1,688 | 1,564 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 585 | 320 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 808 | 424 | 384 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,618 | 939 | 679 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,634 | 749 | 885 |
Connectivity of Bastwad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bastwad. As per the 2011 stats, Bastwad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bastwad
Knowing the nearby villages of Bastwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bastwad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bastwad
- Where is Bastwad located?
- Bastwad village is situated in Raybag Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bastwad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bastwad is Alagwadi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bastwad?
- The pincode of Bastwad is 591235, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bastwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bastwad is 3,252, with 1,688 males and 1,564 females.
- How many households are there in Bastwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bastwad village has a total of 616 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bastwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bastwad is 49.75%. The male literacy rate is 55.63%, while the female literacy rate is 43.41%.