Bhashtewadi - Shirala, Sangli
Bhashtewadi is a village situated in the Shirala tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirala and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Arala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhashtewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhashtewadi is 568222. The village covers a total geographical area of 25 hectares and falls under the 415415 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Bhashtewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shirala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhashtewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Bhashtewadi village had a total population of 387 people, including 207 males and 180 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.91%, with male literacy at 96.22% and female literacy at 69.94%.
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 | 387 | 207 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 292 | 178 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 29 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Bhashtewadi
Bhashtewadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bhashtewadi
Bhashtewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Karad to Bhashtewadi is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Bhashtewadi is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhashtewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhashtewadi 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 Bhashtewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhashtewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhashtewadi
Where is Bhashtewadi located?
Bhashtewadi village is located in Shirala Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhashtewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhashtewadi is Arala.
What is the pincode of Bhashtewadi?
The pincode of Bhashtewadi is 415415.
What is the population of Bhashtewadi?
Bhashtewadi had a total population of 387, including 207 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Bhashtewadi?
Bhashtewadi had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhashtewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhashtewadi was 83.91%. Male literacy was 96.22% and female literacy was 69.94%.