Basarge Bk - Gadhinglaj, Kolhapur
Basarge Bk is a village situated in the Gadhinglaj tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadhinglaj and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Basarge Budruk serves as the Village Panchayat for Basarge Bk village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basarge Bk is 568000. The village covers a total geographical area of 749 hectares and falls under the 416506 pincode. Sankeshwar(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Basarge Bk 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 Basarge Bk
According to the 2011 Census, Basarge Bk village had a total population of 4,136 people, including 2,001 males and 2,135 females, living in 959 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.71%, with male literacy at 86.16% and female literacy at 66.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 403, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 231.
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 | 4,136 | 2,001 | 2,135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 452 | 252 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 403 | 201 | 202 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 231 | 112 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 2,789 | 1,507 | 1,282 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,347 | 494 | 853 |
Nearby Villages of Basarge Bk
Basarge Bk 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 Basarge Bk
Basarge Bk 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sankeshwar(karnataka) to Basarge Bk is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Basarge Bk is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basarge Bk
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basarge Bk village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Basarge Bk
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basarge Bk village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basarge Bk
Where is Basarge Bk located?
Basarge Bk village is located in Gadhinglaj Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Basarge Bk?
The Village Panchayat of Basarge Bk is Basarge Budruk.
What is the pincode of Basarge Bk?
The pincode of Basarge Bk is 416506.
What is the population of Basarge Bk?
Basarge Bk had a total population of 4,136, including 2,001 males and 2,135 females.
How many households are there in Basarge Bk?
Basarge Bk had 959 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basarge Bk?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basarge Bk was 75.71%. Male literacy was 86.16% and female literacy was 66.25%.