Bahirewadi - Shahuwadi, Kolhapur
Bahirewadi is a village situated in the Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahuwadi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Bahirewadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahirewadi is 567089. The village covers a total geographical area of 325.16 hectares and falls under the 416213 pincode. Malkapur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bahirewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahuwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahirewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Bahirewadi village had a total population of 502 people, including 234 males and 268 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 1,145 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.11%, with male literacy at 83.01% and female literacy at 68.33%.
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 | 502 | 234 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 171 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 63 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Bahirewadi
Bahirewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Molavade | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Bajagewadi | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Save | North-East | 1.99 km |
| Arul | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Savarde Kh. | North | 2.75 km |
| Shittur Tarf Malkapur | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Gogave | East | 3.47 km |
| Sambu | North-West | 3.56 km |
| Karanjoshi | West | 3.69 km |
| Sasegaon | North-West | 3.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bahirewadi
Bahirewadi 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 31.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkapur to Bahirewadi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Bahirewadi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahirewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahirewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bahirewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahirewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bahirewadi
Where is Bahirewadi located?
Bahirewadi village is located in Shahuwadi Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Bahirewadi?
Bahirewadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bahirewadi?
The pincode of Bahirewadi is 416213.
What is the population of Bahirewadi?
Bahirewadi had a total population of 502, including 234 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Bahirewadi?
Bahirewadi had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahirewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahirewadi was 75.11%. Male literacy was 83.01% and female literacy was 68.33%.