Bhambed - Lanja, Ratnagiri
Bhambed is a village situated in the Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 62 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanja and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Bhambed village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhambed is 565978. The village covers a total geographical area of 1653.83 hectares and falls under the 416701 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bhambed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhambed
As per Census 2011, Bhambed village has a total population of 2,679 people, consisting of 1,262 males and 1,417 females. The village has 663 households and a sex ratio of 1,122 females per 1,000 males. There are 254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,871 literate and 808 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhambed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,679 | 1,262 | 1,417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 133 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,871 | 1,012 | 859 |
| Illiterate Population | 808 | 250 | 558 |
Nearby Villages of Bhambed
Bhambed 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hardkhale | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Prabhanvalli | North-East | 3.20 km |
| Korle | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Kudewadi | South-West | 3.76 km |
| Bankhor | North | 4.02 km |
| Musalmanwadi | West | 4.72 km |
| Khorgaon | South | 5.03 km |
| Veravli Bk. | West | 5.05 km |
| Guravwadi | North-West | 5.06 km |
| Kondage | South-East | 5.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhambed
Bhambed is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vilavade, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajapur to Bhambed is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Bhambed is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhambed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhambed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhambed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhambed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhambed
Where is Bhambed located?
Bhambed village is located in Lanja Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhambed?
Bhambed is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhambed?
The pincode of Bhambed is 416701.
What is the population of Bhambed?
Bhambed has a total population of 2,679, including 1,262 males and 1,417 females.
How many households are there in Bhambed?
There are 663 households in Bhambed.
What is the literacy rate in Bhambed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhambed is 69.84%. Male literacy is 80.19% and female literacy is 60.62%.