Bagatalavade - Devgad, Sindhudurg
Bagatalavade is a village situated in the Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devgad and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Talavade serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bagatalavade village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagatalavade is 566289. The village covers a total geographical area of 16 hectares and falls under the 416611 pincode. Malwan is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Bagatalavade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankavli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bagatalavade
According to the 2011 Census, Bagatalavade village had a total population of 136 people, including 63 males and 73 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,159 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.55%, with male literacy at 94.83% and female literacy at 86.96%.
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 | 136 | 63 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 55 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 8 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Bagatalavade
Bagatalavade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talebajar | West | 0.99 km |
| Talavade | West | 2.02 km |
| Chandoshi | South | 2.41 km |
| Gadhitamhane | East | 2.83 km |
| Tembavali | West | 3.66 km |
| Wareri | South-West | 3.68 km |
| Rahateshwar | North-East | 3.74 km |
| Valivande | South-East | 4.10 km |
| Wanivade | North | 4.11 km |
| Pavnai | North | 4.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bagatalavade
Bagatalavade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nandgaon Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Malwan to Bagatalavade is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Bagatalavade is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bagatalavade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagatalavade 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 Bagatalavade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagatalavade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bagatalavade
Where is Bagatalavade located?
Bagatalavade village is located in Devgad Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagatalavade?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagatalavade is Talavade.
What is the pincode of Bagatalavade?
The pincode of Bagatalavade is 416611.
What is the population of Bagatalavade?
Bagatalavade had a total population of 136, including 63 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Bagatalavade?
Bagatalavade had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bagatalavade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagatalavade was 90.55%. Male literacy was 94.83% and female literacy was 86.96%.