Bahireshwar
Bahireshwar is a village located in Karvir tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 11km away from Kolhapur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Bahireshwar village. As per 2009 stats, Bahireshwar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bahireshwar unique in its vibrant Karvir-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Bahireshwar’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 Bahireshwar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bahireshwar is 567475. The village spans a total geographical area of 390.84 hectares. Kolhapur is nearest town to Bahireshwar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bahireshwar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karvir Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bahireshwar
Population of Bahireshwar
According to the 2011 Census, Bahireshwar has a total population of about 3,534, with approximately 1,855 males and 1,679 females. The sex ratio is around 905 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 413 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 527 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.14%, with male literacy at about 79.41% and female literacy near 62.00%. There are around 776 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bahireshwar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,534 | 1,855 | 1,679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 413 | 232 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 527 | 271 | 256 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,514 | 1,473 | 1,041 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,020 | 382 | 638 |
Connectivity of Bahireshwar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bahireshwar. As per the 2011 stats, Bahireshwar 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 Bahireshwar
Knowing the nearby villages of Bahireshwar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bahireshwar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bahireshwar
- Where is Bahireshwar located?
- Bahireshwar village is situated in Karvir Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bahireshwar?
- Bahireshwar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Bahireshwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bahireshwar is 3,534, with 1,855 males and 1,679 females.
- How many households are there in Bahireshwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bahireshwar village has a total of 776 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bahireshwar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bahireshwar is 71.14%. The male literacy rate is 79.41%, while the female literacy rate is 62.00%.