Bholi
Bholi is a village located in Khandala tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Khandala (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Bholi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bholi unique in its vibrant Khandala-Satara region. You’ll see Bholi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bholi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bholi is 563193. The village spans a total geographical area of 626.58 hectares. Wai is nearest town to Bholi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bholi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Wai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bholi
Population of Bholi
According to the 2011 Census, Bholi has a total population of about 1,595, with approximately 792 males and 803 females. The sex ratio is around 1013 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 158 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 128 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.88%, with male literacy at about 86.49% and female literacy near 75.34%. There are around 381 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bholi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,595 | 792 | 803 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 86 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 61 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,290 | 685 | 605 |
| Illiterate Population | 305 | 107 | 198 |
Connectivity of Bholi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bholi. As per the 2011 stats, Bholi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bholi
Knowing the nearby villages of Bholi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bholi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bholi
- Where is Bholi located?
- Bholi village is situated in Khandala Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bholi?
- Bholi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Bholi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bholi is 1,595, with 792 males and 803 females.
- How many households are there in Bholi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bholi village has a total of 381 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bholi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bholi is 80.88%. The male literacy rate is 86.49%, while the female literacy rate is 75.34%.