Blewadi - Ashti, Beed
Blewadi is a village situated in the Ashti tehsil of Beed district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from Ashti and around 115 km from Bid. Balewadi serves as the Village Panchayat for Blewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Blewadi is 558807. The village covers a total geographical area of 562 hectares and falls under the 414203 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Blewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ashti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Beed Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Blewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Blewadi village had a total population of 842 people, including 419 males and 423 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.33%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 59.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 109, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 79.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 842 | 419 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 64 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 53 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 41 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 504 | 284 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 135 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Blewadi
Blewadi 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 Blewadi
Blewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Blewadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahmadnagar to Blewadi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bid to Blewadi is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Blewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Blewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Blewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Blewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Blewadi
Where is Blewadi located?
Blewadi village is located in Ashti Tehsil, Beed district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Blewadi?
The Village Panchayat of Blewadi is Balewadi.
What is the pincode of Blewadi?
The pincode of Blewadi is 414203.
What is the population of Blewadi?
Blewadi had a total population of 842, including 419 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Blewadi?
Blewadi had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Blewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Blewadi was 69.33%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 59.14%.