Gadlegaon (B) - Basavakalyan, Bidar
Gadlegaon (B) is a village situated in the Basavakalyan taluka of Bidar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basavakalyan and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Bidar. Harkud serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadlegaon (B) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadlegaon (B) is 599829. The village covers a total geographical area of 1174.55 hectares and falls under the 585445 pincode. Basavakalyan is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Gadlegaon (B) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basavakalyan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadlegaon (B)
As per Census 2011, Gadlegaon (B) village has a total population of 2,703 people, consisting of 1,415 males and 1,288 females. The village has 495 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 289 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,507 literate and 1,196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 413 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 648 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadlegaon (B) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,703 | 1,415 | 1,288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 289 | 161 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 413 | 219 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 648 | 359 | 289 |
| Literate Population | 1,507 | 909 | 598 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,196 | 506 | 690 |
Nearby Villages of Gadlegaon (B)
Gadlegaon (B) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kherda (k) | South | 2.50 km |
| Harkud | North | 3.02 km |
| Maisalga | South-East | 3.34 km |
| Siragapur | West | 3.45 km |
| Lengthi | South-West | 4.07 km |
| Eklora | East | 4.33 km |
| Sarjawalga | North-West | 4.38 km |
| Hamunagar | North-East | 5.05 km |
| Yeladgundi | North-West | 5.13 km |
| Yelwanti | South-East | 5.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gadlegaon (B)
Gadlegaon (B) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bablad, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basavakalyan to Gadlegaon (B) is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bidar to Gadlegaon (B) is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadlegaon (B)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadlegaon (B) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gadlegaon (B)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadlegaon (B) 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gadlegaon (B)
Where is Gadlegaon (B) located?
Gadlegaon (B) village is located in Basavakalyan Taluka, Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadlegaon (B)?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadlegaon (B) is Harkud.
What is the pincode of Gadlegaon (B)?
The pincode of Gadlegaon (B) is 585445.
What is the population of Gadlegaon (B)?
Gadlegaon (B) has a total population of 2,703, including 1,415 males and 1,288 females.
How many households are there in Gadlegaon (B)?
There are 495 households in Gadlegaon (B).
What is the literacy rate in Gadlegaon (B)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadlegaon (B) is 55.75%. Male literacy is 64.24% and female literacy is 46.43%.