Bagani - Walwa, Sangli
Bagani is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Bagani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagani is 568400. The village covers a total geographical area of 1389 hectares and falls under the 416302 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Bagani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Islampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bagani
As per Census 2011, Bagani village has a total population of 8,383 people, consisting of 4,275 males and 4,108 females. The village has 1,784 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 862 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,255 literate and 2,128 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,328 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bagani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,383 | 4,275 | 4,108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 862 | 471 | 391 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,328 | 662 | 666 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 6,255 | 3,433 | 2,822 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,128 | 842 | 1,286 |
Nearby Villages of Bagani
Bagani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kakachiwadi | North | 3.01 km |
| Shigaon | South-West | 3.28 km |
| Rozawadi | North | 3.35 km |
| Pharnewadi(shigaon) | West | 3.46 km |
| Khochi | South | 3.49 km |
| Dhavali | North-West | 3.56 km |
| Dudhgaon | East | 4.35 km |
| Nagaon | North-West | 4.63 km |
| Savalwadi | South-East | 5.14 km |
| Koregaon | West | 5.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bagani
Bagani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hatkanagale, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ashta to Bagani is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Bagani is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bagani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bagani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bagani
Where is Bagani located?
Bagani village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagani?
Bagani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bagani?
The pincode of Bagani is 416302.
What is the population of Bagani?
Bagani has a total population of 8,383, including 4,275 males and 4,108 females.
How many households are there in Bagani?
There are 1,784 households in Bagani.
What is the literacy rate in Bagani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagani is 74.62%. Male literacy is 80.30% and female literacy is 68.70%.