Bahireshwar. - Karvir, Kolhapur
Bahireshwar. is a village situated in the Karvir tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from Kolhapur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Bahireshwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahireshwar. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahireshwar. is 567475. The village covers a total geographical area of 390.84 hectares and falls under the 416001 pincode. Kolhapur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Bahireshwar. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karvir Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahireshwar.
According to the 2011 Census, Bahireshwar. village had a total population of 3,534 people, including 1,855 males and 1,679 females, living in 776 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.55%, with male literacy at 90.76% and female literacy at 69.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 527.
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 | 3,534 | 1,855 | 1,679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 413 | 232 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 527 | 271 | 256 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,514 | 1,473 | 1,041 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,020 | 382 | 638 |
Nearby Villages of Bahireshwar.
Bahireshwar. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mharul | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Ganeshwadi | South | 1.75 km |
| Kasaba Beed | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Kuditre | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Savarwadi | South | 2.74 km |
| Amashi | West | 2.88 km |
| Dhondewadi | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Are | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Kekatwadi | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Koge | East | 3.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bahireshwar.
Bahireshwar. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is C Shahu M Raj Kolhapur Term, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.5 km.
| 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 Kolhapur to Bahireshwar. is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahireshwar.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahireshwar. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bahireshwar.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahireshwar. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bahireshwar.
Where is Bahireshwar. located?
Bahireshwar. village is located in Karvir Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahireshwar.?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahireshwar. is Bahireshwar.
What is the pincode of Bahireshwar.?
The pincode of Bahireshwar. is 416001.
What is the population of Bahireshwar.?
Bahireshwar. had a total population of 3,534, including 1,855 males and 1,679 females.
How many households are there in Bahireshwar.?
Bahireshwar. had 776 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahireshwar.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahireshwar. was 80.55%. Male literacy was 90.76% and female literacy was 69.49%.