Bastawade - Tasgaon, Sangli
Bastawade is a village situated in the Tasgaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tasgaon and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Bastawade village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bastawade is 568662. The village covers a total geographical area of 1552 hectares and falls under the 416311 pincode. Tasgaon is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bastawade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bastawade
As per Census 2011, Bastawade village has a total population of 3,449 people, consisting of 1,695 males and 1,754 females. The village has 734 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 339 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,486 literate and 963 illiterate residents. Additionally, 505 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bastawade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,449 | 1,695 | 1,754 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 339 | 183 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 505 | 246 | 259 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 2,486 | 1,323 | 1,163 |
| Illiterate Population | 963 | 372 | 591 |
Nearby Villages of Bastawade
Bastawade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khujagaon | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Balgavade | West | 3.32 km |
| Savalaj | South-East | 3.46 km |
| Gaurgaon | North | 3.73 km |
| Waghapur | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Biranwadi | North | 4.88 km |
| Dorli | West | 4.99 km |
| Kaulage | South-West | 5.21 km |
| Manjarde | North-West | 5.24 km |
| Sidhdewadi | North-East | 5.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bastawade
Bastawade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nandre, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.0 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tasgaon to Bastawade is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Bastawade is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bastawade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bastawade 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 Bastawade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bastawade 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 Bastawade
Where is Bastawade located?
Bastawade village is located in Tasgaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bastawade?
Bastawade is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bastawade?
The pincode of Bastawade is 416311.
What is the population of Bastawade?
Bastawade has a total population of 3,449, including 1,695 males and 1,754 females.
How many households are there in Bastawade?
There are 734 households in Bastawade.
What is the literacy rate in Bastawade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bastawade is 72.08%. Male literacy is 78.05% and female literacy is 66.31%.