Bahadurwadi - Walwa, Sangli
Bahadurwadi is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Bahadurwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahadurwadi is 568383. The village covers a total geographical area of 813.77 hectares and falls under the 415411 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bahadurwadi 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 Bahadurwadi
As per Census 2011, Bahadurwadi village has a total population of 6,566 people, consisting of 3,347 males and 3,219 females. The village has 1,377 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 762 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,725 literate and 1,841 illiterate residents. Additionally, 628 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bahadurwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,566 | 3,347 | 3,219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 762 | 433 | 329 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 628 | 304 | 324 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 4,725 | 2,578 | 2,147 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,841 | 769 | 1,072 |
Nearby Villages of Bahadurwadi
Bahadurwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanegaon | West | 1.62 km |
| Tandulwadi | North-West | 2.58 km |
| Koregaon | South-East | 2.72 km |
| Bhadkambe | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Malewadi | North | 3.65 km |
| Ghunaki | South-West | 3.84 km |
| Kini | South | 4.07 km |
| Dhavali | East | 4.50 km |
| Pharnewadi(shigaon) | East | 4.55 km |
| Nagaon | East | 4.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bahadurwadi
Bahadurwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rukadi, 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 Uran Islampur to Bahadurwadi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Bahadurwadi is about 35 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 Bahadurwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahadurwadi 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 Bahadurwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahadurwadi 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 Bahadurwadi
Where is Bahadurwadi located?
Bahadurwadi village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahadurwadi?
Bahadurwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bahadurwadi?
The pincode of Bahadurwadi is 415411.
What is the population of Bahadurwadi?
Bahadurwadi has a total population of 6,566, including 3,347 males and 3,219 females.
How many households are there in Bahadurwadi?
There are 1,377 households in Bahadurwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Bahadurwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahadurwadi is 71.96%. Male literacy is 77.02% and female literacy is 66.70%.