Bagewadi - Jat, Sangli
Bagewadi is a village situated in the Jat tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jat and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Bagewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagewadi is 568827. The village covers a total geographical area of 1252 hectares and falls under the 416403 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Bagewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bagewadi
As per Census 2011, Bagewadi village has a total population of 1,677 people, consisting of 890 males and 787 females. The village has 353 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 256 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,016 literate and 661 illiterate residents. Additionally, 237 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bagewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,677 | 890 | 787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 140 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 107 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,016 | 586 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 661 | 304 | 357 |
Nearby Villages of Bagewadi
Bagewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanthi | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Kumbhari | North | 3.56 km |
| Birnal | North-East | 4.08 km |
| Belunkhi | South-West | 5.05 km |
| Washan | South-East | 5.21 km |
| Baj | West | 5.44 km |
| Tippehalli | East | 6.44 km |
| Hivare | North-West | 6.65 km |
| Dhavadwadi | North-West | 7.05 km |
| Revnal | North-East | 7.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bagewadi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bagewadi. The nearest railway station is Gulvanchi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.9 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 Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Bagewadi is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Bagewadi is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bagewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bagewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bagewadi
Where is Bagewadi located?
Bagewadi village is located in Jat Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagewadi?
Bagewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bagewadi?
The pincode of Bagewadi is 416403.
What is the population of Bagewadi?
Bagewadi has a total population of 1,677, including 890 males and 787 females.
How many households are there in Bagewadi?
There are 353 households in Bagewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Bagewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagewadi is 60.58%. Male literacy is 65.84% and female literacy is 54.64%.