Bavchi - Walwa, Sangli
Bavchi is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Bavachi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bavchi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bavchi is 568392. The village covers a total geographical area of 1689 hectares and falls under the 416301 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bavchi 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 Bavchi
As per Census 2011, Bavchi village has a total population of 8,570 people, consisting of 4,535 males and 4,035 females. The village has 1,687 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 857 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,723 literate and 1,847 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,076 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bavchi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,570 | 4,535 | 4,035 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 857 | 509 | 348 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,076 | 587 | 489 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 6,723 | 3,708 | 3,015 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,847 | 827 | 1,020 |
Nearby Villages of Bavchi
Bavchi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gotkhindi | West | 2.99 km |
| Pokharni | South | 3.81 km |
| Padavalwadi | North | 4.69 km |
| Gatadwadi | North-West | 4.88 km |
| Ahirwadi | North | 5.48 km |
| Nagaon | South | 5.78 km |
| Bhadkambe | South-West | 6.13 km |
| Kakachiwadi | South | 6.35 km |
| Tujarpur | North-West | 6.54 km |
| Rozawadi | South-East | 6.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bavchi
Bavchi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amnapur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.2 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 Bavchi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Bavchi is about 24 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 Bavchi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bavchi 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 Bavchi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bavchi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bavchi
Where is Bavchi located?
Bavchi village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bavchi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bavchi is Bavachi.
What is the pincode of Bavchi?
The pincode of Bavchi is 416301.
What is the population of Bavchi?
Bavchi has a total population of 8,570, including 4,535 males and 4,035 females.
How many households are there in Bavchi?
There are 1,687 households in Bavchi.
What is the literacy rate in Bavchi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bavchi is 78.45%. Male literacy is 81.76% and female literacy is 74.72%.