Bahe - Walwa, Sangli
Bahe is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Bahe village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahe is 568334. The village covers a total geographical area of 1231 hectares and falls under the 415409 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bahe 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 Bahe
As per Census 2011, Bahe village has a total population of 4,064 people, consisting of 2,113 males and 1,951 females. The village has 850 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 417 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,189 literate and 875 illiterate residents. Additionally, 543 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bahe are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,064 | 2,113 | 1,951 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 417 | 235 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 543 | 289 | 254 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 3,189 | 1,747 | 1,442 |
| Illiterate Population | 875 | 366 | 509 |
Nearby Villages of Bahe
Bahe 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharatwadi | North | 1.58 km |
| Farnewadi(borgaon) | South-East | 2.52 km |
| Hubalwadi | West | 2.57 km |
| Shirate | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Sakharale | South | 3.18 km |
| Rethare Harnaksha | North-East | 3.68 km |
| Bichud | North | 3.86 km |
| Borgaon | South-East | 4.07 km |
| Banewadi | East | 4.20 km |
| Narsihapur | North-West | 4.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bahe
Bahe is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhavani Nagar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uran Islampur to Bahe is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Bahe is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahe 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 Bahe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahe village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bahe
Where is Bahe located?
Bahe village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahe?
Bahe is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bahe?
The pincode of Bahe is 415409.
What is the population of Bahe?
Bahe has a total population of 4,064, including 2,113 males and 1,951 females.
How many households are there in Bahe?
There are 850 households in Bahe.
What is the literacy rate in Bahe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahe is 78.47%. Male literacy is 82.68% and female literacy is 73.91%.