Bhavewadi - Ajra, Kolhapur
Bhavewadi is a village situated in the Ajra tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ajra and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Chitale serves as the Village Panchayat for Bhavewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhavewadi is 567963. The village falls under the 416505 pincode. Gadhinglaj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bhavewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhavewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Bhavewadi village had a total population of 492 people, including 239 males and 253 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,059 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.97%, with male literacy at 61.90% and female literacy at 46.33%.
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 | 492 | 239 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 29 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 130 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 109 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Bhavewadi
Bhavewadi 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 Bhavewadi
Bhavewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Gadhinglaj to Bhavewadi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Bhavewadi is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhavewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhavewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhavewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhavewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhavewadi
Where is Bhavewadi located?
Bhavewadi village is located in Ajra Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Bhavewadi?
The Village Panchayat of Bhavewadi is Chitale.
What is the pincode of Bhavewadi?
The pincode of Bhavewadi is 416505.
What is the population of Bhavewadi?
Bhavewadi had a total population of 492, including 239 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Bhavewadi?
Bhavewadi had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhavewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhavewadi was 53.97%. Male literacy was 61.90% and female literacy was 46.33%.