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
According to the 2011 Census, Bijwadi village had a total population of 3,369 people, including 1,754 males and 1,615 females, living in 755 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.12%, with male literacy at 87.68% and female literacy at 76.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 838, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 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 had a total population of 3,369, including 1,754 males and 1,615 females.
How many households are there in Bijwadi?
Bijwadi had 755 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijwadi was 82.12%. Male literacy was 87.68% and female literacy was 76.23%.