Bambavade Village - Shahuwadi, Kolhapur
Bambavade is a village situated in the Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahuwadi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Bambavade village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bambavade is 567101. The village covers a total geographical area of 368.01 hectares and falls under the 416213 pincode. Malkapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bambavade 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 Bambavade
As per Census 2011, Bambavade village has a total population of 3,810 people, consisting of 1,998 males and 1,812 females. The village has 833 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 406 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,891 literate and 919 illiterate residents. Additionally, 779 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bambavade are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,810 | 1,998 | 1,812 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 406 | 250 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 779 | 390 | 389 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,891 | 1,579 | 1,312 |
| Illiterate Population | 919 | 419 | 500 |
Nearby Villages of Bambavade
Bambavade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonavade | South-West | 1.42 km |
| Gogave | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Wadicharan | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Donoli | East | 2.86 km |
| Patane | North | 2.90 km |
| Salashi | South | 3.02 km |
| Shittur Tarf Malkapur | West | 3.28 km |
| Bajagewadi | West | 3.29 km |
| Charan | East | 3.29 km |
| Supatre | South-East | 3.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bambavade
Bambavade 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 27.9 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 Malkapur to Bambavade is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Bambavade 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 Bambavade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bambavade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bambavade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bambavade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bambavade
Where is Bambavade located?
Bambavade village is located in Shahuwadi Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bambavade?
Bambavade is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bambavade?
The pincode of Bambavade is 416213.
What is the population of Bambavade?
Bambavade has a total population of 3,810, including 1,998 males and 1,812 females.
How many households are there in Bambavade?
There are 833 households in Bambavade.
What is the literacy rate in Bambavade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bambavade is 75.88%. Male literacy is 79.03% and female literacy is 72.41%.