Baravwandi - Akole, Ahilyanagar
Baravwandi is a village situated in the Akole tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from Akola and around 150 km from Ahmadnagar. Maveshi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baravwandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baravwandi is 557182. The village covers a total geographical area of 411.98 hectares and falls under the 422601 pincode. Sangamner is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Baravwandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akole Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirdi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baravwandi
As per Census 2011, Baravwandi village has a total population of 1,509 people, consisting of 747 males and 762 females. The village has 328 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 174 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 974 literate and 535 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,471 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baravwandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,509 | 747 | 762 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 82 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,471 | 731 | 740 |
| Literate Population | 974 | 557 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 535 | 190 | 345 |
Nearby Villages of Baravwandi
Baravwandi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Baravwandi
Baravwandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Sangamner to Baravwandi is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Baravwandi is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baravwandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baravwandi 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 Baravwandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baravwandi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Baravwandi
Where is Baravwandi located?
Baravwandi village is located in Akole Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baravwandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Baravwandi is Maveshi.
What is the pincode of Baravwandi?
The pincode of Baravwandi is 422601.
What is the population of Baravwandi?
Baravwandi has a total population of 1,509, including 747 males and 762 females.
How many households are there in Baravwandi?
There are 328 households in Baravwandi.
What is the literacy rate in Baravwandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baravwandi is 64.55%. Male literacy is 74.56% and female literacy is 54.72%.