Bongewadi

Bongewadi is a village located in Panhala tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Panhala (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Bongewadi village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Bongewadi unique in its vibrant Panhala-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Bongewadi’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 Bongewadi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bongewadi is 567154. The village spans a total geographical area of 89.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416311. Kolhapur is nearest town to Bongewadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.

When it comes to local governance, Bongewadi 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.

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Population of Bongewadi

According to the 2011 Census, Bongewadi has a total population of about 496, with approximately 251 males and 245 females. The sex ratio is around 976 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 50 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.48%, with male literacy at about 68.13% and female literacy near 50.61%. There are around 113 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bongewadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 496 251 245
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 50 25 25
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 295 171 124
Illiterate Population 201 80 121

Connectivity of Bongewadi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bongewadi. As per the 2011 stats, Bongewadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bongewadi

Knowing the nearby villages of Bongewadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bongewadi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bongewadi

Where is Bongewadi located?
Bongewadi village is situated in Panhala Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bongewadi?
Bongewadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Bongewadi?
The pincode of Bongewadi is 416311, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bongewadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bongewadi is 496, with 251 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Bongewadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bongewadi village has a total of 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bongewadi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bongewadi is 59.48%. The male literacy rate is 68.13%, while the female literacy rate is 50.61%.