Bhativade - Bhudargad, Kolhapur
Bhativade is a village situated in the Bhudargad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gargoti and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Bhatiwade serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhativade village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhativade is 567761. The village covers a total geographical area of 317.08 hectares and falls under the 416223 pincode. Murgud is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bhativade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanagari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhativade
As per Census 2011, Bhativade village has a total population of 1,043 people, consisting of 535 males and 508 females. The village has 235 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 759 literate and 284 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhativade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,043 | 535 | 508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 44 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 48 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 759 | 437 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 98 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Bhativade
Bhativade is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Maharwadi | South-East | 1.03 km |
| Morewadi | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Minache Kh. | North | 2.28 km |
| Kolavan | West | 2.39 km |
| Palewadi | West | 2.43 km |
| Akurde | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Basarewadi | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Navaraswadi | North-West | 2.96 km |
| Lotewadi | North | 3.11 km |
| Mhasave | East | 3.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhativade
Bhativade is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Nandgaon Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murgud to Bhativade is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Bhativade is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhativade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhativade 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhativade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhativade 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhativade
Where is Bhativade located?
Bhativade village is located in Bhudargad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhativade?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhativade is Bhatiwade.
What is the pincode of Bhativade?
The pincode of Bhativade is 416223.
What is the population of Bhativade?
Bhativade has a total population of 1,043, including 535 males and 508 females.
How many households are there in Bhativade?
There are 235 households in Bhativade.
What is the literacy rate in Bhativade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhativade is 72.77%. Male literacy is 81.68% and female literacy is 63.39%.