Bilashi - Shirala, Sangli
Bilashi is a village situated in the Shirala tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirala and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Bilashi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilashi is 568255. The village covers a total geographical area of 600.04 hectares and falls under the 415402 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Bilashi 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 Bilashi
As per Census 2011, Bilashi village has a total population of 3,674 people, consisting of 1,793 males and 1,881 females. The village has 856 households and a sex ratio of 1,049 females per 1,000 males. There are 352 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,768 literate and 906 illiterate residents. Additionally, 472 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bilashi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,674 | 1,793 | 1,881 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 352 | 199 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 472 | 230 | 242 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,768 | 1,479 | 1,289 |
| Illiterate Population | 906 | 314 | 592 |
Nearby Villages of Bilashi
Bilashi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malewadi | West | 1.83 km |
| Mangrul | East | 1.91 km |
| Bhedasgaon | South | 2.08 km |
| Dhaswadi | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Phufire | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Nerle | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Shindewadi | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Kokarud | West | 3.42 km |
| Harugadewadi | South | 3.45 km |
| Kusaiwadi | North | 3.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bilashi
Bilashi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shenoli, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.3 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 Karad to Bilashi is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Bilashi is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bilashi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilashi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bilashi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilashi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bilashi
Where is Bilashi located?
Bilashi village is located in Shirala Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bilashi?
Bilashi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bilashi?
The pincode of Bilashi is 415402.
What is the population of Bilashi?
Bilashi has a total population of 3,674, including 1,793 males and 1,881 females.
How many households are there in Bilashi?
There are 856 households in Bilashi.
What is the literacy rate in Bilashi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilashi is 75.34%. Male literacy is 82.49% and female literacy is 68.53%.