Bangarwadi - Man, Satara
Bangarwadi is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Bangarwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bangarwadi is 563457. The village covers a total geographical area of 1350.88 hectares and falls under the 415509 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bangarwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Man Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bangarwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Bangarwadi village had a total population of 1,417 people, including 734 males and 683 females, living in 255 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.92%, with male literacy at 77.65% and female literacy at 57.83%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,417 | 734 | 683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 112 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 830 | 483 | 347 |
| Illiterate Population | 587 | 251 | 336 |
Nearby Villages of Bangarwadi
Bangarwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahabaleshwar Wadi | South | 2.97 km |
| Jambhulani | West | 3.86 km |
| Varkute Malavadi | East | 4.05 km |
| Pulkoti | North | 4.56 km |
| Kalchondi | South-West | 4.82 km |
| Shirtav | North-East | 5.38 km |
| Shenwadi | South | 5.93 km |
| Kuranewadi | East | 6.54 km |
| Gangoti | North-West | 6.81 km |
| Devapur | North-East | 7.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bangarwadi
Bangarwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Wasud, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mhaswad to Bangarwadi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Bangarwadi is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bangarwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bangarwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bangarwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bangarwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bangarwadi
Where is Bangarwadi located?
Bangarwadi village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bangarwadi?
Bangarwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bangarwadi?
The pincode of Bangarwadi is 415509.
What is the population of Bangarwadi?
Bangarwadi had a total population of 1,417, including 734 males and 683 females.
How many households are there in Bangarwadi?
Bangarwadi had 255 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bangarwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bangarwadi was 67.92%. Male literacy was 77.65% and female literacy was 57.83%.