Bujawade - Radhanagari, Kolhapur
Bujawade is a village situated in the Radhanagari tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Radhanagari and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Bujawade village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bujawade is 567653. The village covers a total geographical area of 243 hectares and falls under the 416211 pincode. Murgud is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Bujawade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanagari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bujawade
According to the 2011 Census, Bujawade village had a total population of 887 people, including 459 males and 428 females, living in 182 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.40%, with male literacy at 90.80% and female literacy at 75.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 56.
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 | 887 | 459 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 46 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 673 | 375 | 298 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 84 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Bujawade
Bujawade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mallewadi | North-West | 0.78 km |
| Mogharde | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Panori | South | 2.08 km |
| Sonyachi Shiroli | North | 2.48 km |
| Pandewadi | East | 2.61 km |
| Kudutri | North | 3.02 km |
| Radhanagari | West | 3.12 km |
| Solankur | North-East | 3.21 km |
| Ategaon | South-East | 3.45 km |
| Dhengewadi | East | 3.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bujawade
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Bujawade. The nearest railway station is Nandgaon Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murgud to Bujawade is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Bujawade is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bujawade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bujawade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bujawade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bujawade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bujawade
Where is Bujawade located?
Bujawade village is located in Radhanagari Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Bujawade?
Bujawade is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bujawade?
The pincode of Bujawade is 416211.
What is the population of Bujawade?
Bujawade had a total population of 887, including 459 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Bujawade?
Bujawade had 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bujawade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bujawade was 83.40%. Male literacy was 90.80% and female literacy was 75.63%.