Gagan Bavda
Gagan Bavda is a village located in Bavda tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Gagan Bavda (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Gagan Bavada is the gram panchayat of Gagan Bavda village.
Here you can discover what makes Gagan Bavda unique in its vibrant Bavda-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Gagan Bavda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gagan Bavda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gagan Bavda is 567546. The village spans a total geographical area of 895 hectares. Kolhapur is nearest town to Gagan Bavda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.
Google Map of Gagan Bavda
Population of Gagan Bavda
According to the 2011 Census, Gagan Bavda has a total population of about 1,588, with approximately 758 males and 830 females. The sex ratio is around 1094 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 176 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 170 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 54. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.69%, with male literacy at about 78.89% and female literacy near 72.77%. There are around 353 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gagan Bavda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,588 | 758 | 830 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 98 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 76 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 1,202 | 598 | 604 |
| Illiterate Population | 386 | 160 | 226 |
Connectivity of Gagan Bavda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gagan Bavda. As per the 2011 stats, Gagan Bavda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gagan Bavda
Knowing the nearby villages of Gagan Bavda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gagan Bavda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gagan Bavda
- Where is Gagan Bavda located?
- Gagan Bavda village is situated in Bavda Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gagan Bavda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gagan Bavda is Gagan Bavada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gagan Bavda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gagan Bavda is 1,588, with 758 males and 830 females.
- How many households are there in Gagan Bavda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gagan Bavda village has a total of 353 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gagan Bavda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gagan Bavda is 75.69%. The male literacy rate is 78.89%, while the female literacy rate is 72.77%.