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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Blewadi village has a total population of 842 people, consisting of 419 males and 423 females. The village has 180 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 504 literate and 338 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Blewadi are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Blewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Blewadi is Balewadi.
What is the pincode of Blewadi?
The pincode of Blewadi is 414203.
What is the population of Blewadi?
Blewadi has a total population of 842, including 419 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Blewadi?
There are 180 households in Blewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Blewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Blewadi is 59.86%. Male literacy is 67.78% and female literacy is 52.01%.