Byagwat - Manvi, Raichur
Byagwat is a village situated in the Manvi taluka of Raichur district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manvi and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Raichur. Byagavata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Byagwat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Byagwat is 601043. The village covers a total geographical area of 1882.63 hectares and falls under the 584123 pincode. Manvi is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Byagwat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raichur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Byagwat
As per Census 2011, Byagwat village has a total population of 6,059 people, consisting of 3,005 males and 3,054 females. The village has 1,206 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 855 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,893 literate and 3,166 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,288 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,492 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Byagwat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,059 | 3,005 | 3,054 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 855 | 437 | 418 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,288 | 641 | 647 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,492 | 724 | 768 |
| Literate Population | 2,893 | 1,664 | 1,229 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,166 | 1,341 | 1,825 |
Nearby Villages of Byagwat
Byagwat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Donamaradi | West | 3.06 km |
| Karegudda | East | 3.49 km |
| Nakkunda | North-East | 3.87 km |
| Malladgudda | North-West | 4.61 km |
| Jeenur | South | 5.03 km |
| Tadkal | South-West | 5.16 km |
| Potanhal | South | 6.03 km |
| Udbal | West | 6.43 km |
| Amarawati | East | 6.85 km |
| Sunknoor | West | 7.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Byagwat
Byagwat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kosgi, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.7 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 Manvi to Byagwat is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raichur to Byagwat is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Byagwat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Byagwat 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 Byagwat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Byagwat 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 Byagwat
Where is Byagwat located?
Byagwat village is located in Manvi Taluka, Raichur district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Byagwat?
The Gram Panchayat of Byagwat is Byagavata.
What is the pincode of Byagwat?
The pincode of Byagwat is 584123.
What is the population of Byagwat?
Byagwat has a total population of 6,059, including 3,005 males and 3,054 females.
How many households are there in Byagwat?
There are 1,206 households in Byagwat.
What is the literacy rate in Byagwat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Byagwat is 47.75%. Male literacy is 55.37% and female literacy is 40.24%.