Bavda
Bavda is a Town and Tehsil in Kolhapur District of Maharashtra. In India, a tehsil is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Bavda Block (CD) is 04288. The total area of Bavda Tehsil is 278 km². Bavda has a sex ratio of approximately 937 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Bavda Tehsil
Bavda Tehsil has a total of 45 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Bavda Tehsil, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andur | Anadur | Kolhapur (40 km) |
| 2 | Asalaj | Asalaj | Kolhapur (45 km) |
| 3 | Asandoli | Asandoli | Kolhapur (37 km) |
| 4 | Balewadi | Tisangi | Kolhapur (32 km) |
| 5 | Baveli | Baveli | Kolhapur (35 km) |
| 6 | Borbet | Borbet | Kolhapur (46 km) |
| 7 | Chaudharwadi | Dhundewadi | Kolhapur (40 km) |
| 8 | Dhundavade | Dhundewadi | Kolhapur (40 km) |
| 9 | Gagan Bavda | Gagan Bavada | Kolhapur (55 km) |
| 10 | Garivade | Borbet | Kolhapur (38 km) |
| 11 | Jambhulnewadi | Gagan Bavada | Kolhapur (55 km) |
| 12 | Jargi | Jargi | Kolhapur (40 km) |
| 13 | Kadave | Kadave | Kolhapur (35 km) |
| 14 | Katali | Katali Lakhamapur | Kolhapur (52 km) |
| 15 | Khadule | Mutakeshwar Khadule | Kolhapur (30 km) |
| 16 | Kherivade | Kheriwade | Kolhapur (45 km) |
| 17 | Khokurle | Khokurle | Kolhapur (41 km) |
| 18 | Kirave | Kirave | Kolhapur (35 km) |
| 19 | Kode Bk | Kode | Kolhapur (30 km) |
| 20 | Kode Kh | Kode | Kolhapur (35 km) |
| 21 | Lakhamapur | Katali Lakhamapur | Kolhapur (53 km) |
| 22 | Longhe | Longhe | Kolhapur (30 km) |
| 23 | Mandukali | Mandukali | Kolhapur (40 km) |
| 24 | Mandur | Mandur | Kolhapur (35 km) |
| 25 | Margewadi | Margewadi | Kolhapur (35 km) |
| 26 | Mhalunge | Sakhari Mhalunge | Kolhapur (30 km) |
| 27 | Mutakeshwar | Mutakeshwar Khadule | Kolhapur (30 km) |
| 28 | Narveli | Katali Lakhamapur | Kolhapur (55 km) |
| 29 | Nivade | Nivade | Kolhapur (32 km) |
| 30 | Padawalwadi | Mandukali | Kolhapur (40 km) |
| 31 | Palsambe | Asalaj | Kolhapur (45 km) |
| 32 | Pargaonkarwadi | Saitawade Sangashi | Kolhapur (49 km) |
| 33 | Patilwadi | Mandur | Kolhapur (35 km) |
| 34 | Saitavade | Saitawade Sangashi | Kolhapur (49 km) |
| 35 | Sakhari | Sakhari Mhalunge | Kolhapur (30 km) |
| 36 | Salwan | Salwan | Kolhapur (35 km) |
| 37 | Sangashi | Saitawade Sangashi | Kolhapur (50 km) |
| 38 | Sheloshi | Sheloshi | Kolhapur (47 km) |
| 39 | Shenavade | Shenawade | Kolhapur (40 km) |
| 40 | Taliye Bk | Taliye Budruk | Kolhapur (40 km) |
| 41 | Taliye Kh | Katali Lakhamapur | Kolhapur (56 km) |
| 42 | Tisangi | Tisangi | Kolhapur (32 km) |
| 43 | Vesaraf | Asalaj | Kolhapur (49 km) |
| 44 | Vesarde | Vesarde | Kolhapur (30 km) |
| 45 | Wetavde | Vetawade | Kolhapur (35 km) |
Population of Bavda Tehsil
The population profile of Bavda Tehsil offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Bavda Tehsil's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 35,772 | 35,772 | N/A |
| Male Population | 18,467 | 18,467 | N/A |
| Female Population | 17,305 | 17,305 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,292 | 4,292 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,245 | 2,245 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,047 | 2,047 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 22,036 | 22,036 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 13,059 | 13,059 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 8,977 | 8,977 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 13,736 | 13,736 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 5,408 | 5,408 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 8,328 | 8,328 | N/A |
| Total Households | 7,230 | 7,230 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 35,772 people. Includes nearly 18,467 males and 17,305 females. Rural population is about 35,772 people.
- There are around 4,292 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 2,245 boys and 2,047 girls.
- Literate population is about 22,036 people. Non-literate population is around 13,736 people.
- There are nearly 7,230 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Bavda Tehsil, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 5,070 | 5,070 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 2,565 | 2,565 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 2,505 | 2,505 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 159 | 159 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 78 | 78 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 81 | 81 | N/A |
| Population Density | 129 / km² | 129 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Bavda Tehsil is approximately 5,070 people, including 2,565 males and 2,505 females. Around 5,070 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Bavda Tehsil is about 159 people, including 78 males and 81 females. Around 159 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 129 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 129 people per sq. km.