Bastawad
Bastawad is a village located in Shirol tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Shirol (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Bastwad is the gram panchayat of Bastawad village.
Here you can discover what makes Bastawad unique in its vibrant Shirol-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Bastawad’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 Bastawad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bastawad is 567357. The village spans a total geographical area of 379.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 411606. Kurundvad is nearest town to Bastawad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Bastawad
Population of Bastawad
According to the 2011 Census, Bastawad has a total population of about 2,321, with approximately 1,160 males and 1,161 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 220 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 565 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 191. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.77%, with male literacy at about 85.09% and female literacy near 70.46%. There are around 527 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bastawad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,321 | 1,160 | 1,161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 117 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 565 | 278 | 287 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 191 | 95 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 1,805 | 987 | 818 |
| Illiterate Population | 516 | 173 | 343 |
Connectivity of Bastawad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bastawad. As per the 2011 stats, Bastawad 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bastawad
Knowing the nearby villages of Bastawad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bastawad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bastawad
- Where is Bastawad located?
- Bastawad village is situated in Shirol Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bastawad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bastawad is Bastwad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bastawad?
- The pincode of Bastawad is 411606, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bastawad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bastawad is 2,321, with 1,160 males and 1,161 females.
- How many households are there in Bastawad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bastawad village has a total of 527 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bastawad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bastawad is 77.77%. The male literacy rate is 85.09%, while the female literacy rate is 70.46%.