Bijavadi - Man, Satara
Bijavadi is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Bijavadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijavadi is 563387. The village covers a total geographical area of 1088 hectares and falls under the 415508 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Bijavadi 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 Bijavadi
According to the 2011 Census, Bijavadi village had a total population of 1,514 people, including 763 males and 751 females, living in 335 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.15%, with male literacy at 84.39% and female literacy at 73.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 186, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 1,514 | 763 | 751 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 84 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 91 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,074 | 573 | 501 |
| Illiterate Population | 440 | 190 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Bijavadi
Bijavadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jadhavwadi | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Rajavadi | East | 4.35 km |
| Pangari | South | 4.39 km |
| Pachvad | North-East | 4.42 km |
| Tondale | North-West | 4.70 km |
| Takewadi | South-West | 6.67 km |
| Mogarale | North | 6.77 km |
| Wawarhire | South-East | 7.20 km |
| Gherewadi | East | 7.39 km |
| Varugad | North-West | 7.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijavadi
Bijavadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baramati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.8 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 Phaltan to Bijavadi is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Bijavadi is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijavadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijavadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bijavadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijavadi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bijavadi
Where is Bijavadi located?
Bijavadi village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Bijavadi?
Bijavadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bijavadi?
The pincode of Bijavadi is 415508.
What is the population of Bijavadi?
Bijavadi had a total population of 1,514, including 763 males and 751 females.
How many households are there in Bijavadi?
Bijavadi had 335 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijavadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijavadi was 79.15%. Male literacy was 84.39% and female literacy was 73.89%.