Bhavaninagar - Walwa, Sangli
Bhavaninagar is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Bhavaninagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhavaninagar is 568324. The village covers a total geographical area of 411.69 hectares and falls under the 415302 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bhavaninagar 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 Bhavaninagar
As per Census 2011, Bhavaninagar village has a total population of 3,742 people, consisting of 1,909 males and 1,833 females. The village has 756 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 428 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,726 literate and 1,016 illiterate residents. Additionally, 297 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 39 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhavaninagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,742 | 1,909 | 1,833 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 428 | 231 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 297 | 148 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 2,726 | 1,496 | 1,230 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,016 | 413 | 603 |
Nearby Villages of Bhavaninagar
Bhavaninagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padali | North | 2.25 km |
| Bichud | South | 2.58 km |
| Lavanmachi | West | 2.77 km |
| Yede Machchhindra | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Dudhari | South-East | 3.50 km |
| Rethare Harnaksha | South | 3.68 km |
| Asad | East | 3.98 km |
| Sonkire | North | 4.66 km |
| Shirate | South-West | 4.69 km |
| Kharatwadi | South | 4.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhavaninagar
Bhavaninagar 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 42.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uran Islampur to Bhavaninagar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Bhavaninagar is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhavaninagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhavaninagar 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 Bhavaninagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhavaninagar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhavaninagar
Where is Bhavaninagar located?
Bhavaninagar village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhavaninagar?
Bhavaninagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhavaninagar?
The pincode of Bhavaninagar is 415302.
What is the population of Bhavaninagar?
Bhavaninagar has a total population of 3,742, including 1,909 males and 1,833 females.
How many households are there in Bhavaninagar?
There are 756 households in Bhavaninagar.
What is the literacy rate in Bhavaninagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhavaninagar is 72.85%. Male literacy is 78.37% and female literacy is 67.10%.