Bidal - Man, Satara
Bidal is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Bidal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bidal is 563394. The village covers a total geographical area of 2486.21 hectares and falls under the 415508 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bidal 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 Bidal
As per Census 2011, Bidal village has a total population of 5,974 people, consisting of 3,067 males and 2,907 females. The village has 1,413 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 604 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,067 literate and 1,907 illiterate residents. Additionally, 698 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bidal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,974 | 3,067 | 2,907 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 604 | 336 | 268 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 698 | 367 | 331 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 4,067 | 2,278 | 1,789 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,907 | 789 | 1,118 |
Nearby Villages of Bidal
Bidal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bodake | West | 2.70 km |
| Pangari | North-East | 4.73 km |
| Shindi Bk. | South-West | 5.37 km |
| Dahivadi | South-East | 5.50 km |
| Vadgaon | East | 6.06 km |
| Andhali | West | 6.12 km |
| Mahimangad | South-West | 6.29 km |
| Kasarwadi | West | 6.32 km |
| Takewadi | North-West | 6.69 km |
| Jadhavwadi | North | 6.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bidal
Bidal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Rahimatpur, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Mhaswad to Bidal is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Bidal is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bidal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bidal 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 Bidal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bidal 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 Bidal
Where is Bidal located?
Bidal village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bidal?
Bidal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bidal?
The pincode of Bidal is 415508.
What is the population of Bidal?
Bidal has a total population of 5,974, including 3,067 males and 2,907 females.
How many households are there in Bidal?
There are 1,413 households in Bidal.
What is the literacy rate in Bidal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bidal is 68.08%. Male literacy is 74.27% and female literacy is 61.54%.