Bijwadi - Indapur, Pune
Bijwadi is a village situated in the Indapur tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 132 km from the tehsil headquarters in Indapur and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Bijwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijwadi is 557088. The village covers a total geographical area of 1257 hectares and falls under the 413106 pincode. Indapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bijwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bijwadi
As per Census 2011, Bijwadi village has a total population of 3,369 people, consisting of 1,754 males and 1,615 females. The village has 755 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 404 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,435 literate and 934 illiterate residents. Additionally, 838 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,369 | 1,754 | 1,615 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 404 | 228 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 838 | 416 | 422 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,435 | 1,338 | 1,097 |
| Illiterate Population | 934 | 416 | 518 |
Nearby Villages of Bijwadi
Bijwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajwadi | East | 1.85 km |
| Karewadi | West | 2.27 km |
| Gagargaon | North-East | 2.38 km |
| Pondkulwadi | South | 2.53 km |
| Vangali | East | 3.48 km |
| Balpudi | North-West | 3.66 km |
| Kauthali | West | 4.00 km |
| Narutwadi | East | 5.24 km |
| Kalthan No.2 | North-East | 5.49 km |
| Gokhali | South-East | 5.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijwadi
Bijwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Parewadi, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.1 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 Indapur to Bijwadi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Bijwadi is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijwadi 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 Bijwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijwadi 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 Bijwadi
Where is Bijwadi located?
Bijwadi village is located in Indapur Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijwadi?
Bijwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bijwadi?
The pincode of Bijwadi is 413106.
What is the population of Bijwadi?
Bijwadi has a total population of 3,369, including 1,754 males and 1,615 females.
How many households are there in Bijwadi?
There are 755 households in Bijwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Bijwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijwadi is 72.28%. Male literacy is 76.28% and female literacy is 67.93%.