Bambavade - Palus, Sangli
Bambavade is a village situated in the Palus tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palus and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Bambavade village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bambavade is 568427. The village covers a total geographical area of 1327 hectares and falls under the 416310 pincode. Tasgaon is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Bambavade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palus-kadegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bambavade
As per Census 2011, Bambavade village has a total population of 6,167 people, consisting of 3,205 males and 2,962 females. The village has 1,316 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 604 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,908 literate and 1,259 illiterate residents. Additionally, 612 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bambavade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,167 | 3,205 | 2,962 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 604 | 331 | 273 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 612 | 313 | 299 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,908 | 2,673 | 2,235 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,259 | 532 | 727 |
Nearby Villages of Bambavade
Bambavade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sandagewadi | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Morale (rajapur) | North | 3.20 km |
| Rajapur | North-East | 3.35 km |
| Yelavi | South | 4.21 km |
| Palus | West | 4.23 km |
| Viththalwadi | South-West | 4.51 km |
| Turachi | East | 4.80 km |
| Nimblak | North | 5.58 km |
| Andhali | North-West | 5.77 km |
| Amanapur | South-West | 5.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bambavade
Bambavade is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Amnapur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tasgaon to Bambavade is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Bambavade is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bambavade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bambavade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bambavade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bambavade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bambavade
Where is Bambavade located?
Bambavade village is located in Palus Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bambavade?
Bambavade is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bambavade?
The pincode of Bambavade is 416310.
What is the population of Bambavade?
Bambavade has a total population of 6,167, including 3,205 males and 2,962 females.
How many households are there in Bambavade?
There are 1,316 households in Bambavade.
What is the literacy rate in Bambavade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bambavade is 79.58%. Male literacy is 83.40% and female literacy is 75.46%.