Bahirewadi
Bahirewadi is a village located in Panhala tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Panhala (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Bahirewadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Bahirewadi has its own place in the vibrant Kolhapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Bahirewadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bahirewadi is 567135. The village spans a total geographical area of 378.16 hectares. Kolhapur is nearest town to Bahirewadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bahirewadi 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 Shahuwadi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bahirewadi
Population of Bahirewadi
Below is a concise population overview of Bahirewadi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,189 | 3,141 | 2,048 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 380 | 208 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 453 | 280 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 4,249 | 2,730 | 1,519 |
| Illiterate Population | 940 | 411 | 529 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bahirewadi village:
- The total population of Bahirewadi village is around 5,189, including approximately 3,141 males and 2,048 females, with a sex ratio of 652 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 380 children aged 0–6 years in Bahirewadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bahirewadi village has 453 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 11 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bahirewadi village is about 81.88%, with male literacy at 86.91% and female literacy at 74.17%.
- There are around 940 households in Bahirewadi village.
Connectivity of Bahirewadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bahirewadi. As per the 2011 stats, Bahirewadi 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bahirewadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Bahirewadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bahirewadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bahirewadi
- Where is Bahirewadi located?
- Bahirewadi village is situated in Panhala Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bahirewadi?
- Bahirewadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Bahirewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bahirewadi is 5,189, with 3,141 males and 2,048 females.
- How many households are there in Bahirewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bahirewadi village has a total of 940 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bahirewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bahirewadi is 81.88%. The male literacy rate is 86.91%, while the female literacy rate is 74.17%.