Bav
Bav is a village located in Kudal tehsil of Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Kudal (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Oras Bk.. As per 2009 stats, Bav village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bav unique in its vibrant Kudal-Sindhudurg region. You’ll see Bav’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 Bav
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bav is 566787. The village spans a total geographical area of 536.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416520. Vengurla is nearest town to Bav village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Bav
Population of Bav
According to the 2011 Census, Bav has a total population of about 1,332, with approximately 657 males and 675 females. The sex ratio is around 1027 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 90 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 212 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.90%, with male literacy at about 83.56% and female literacy near 74.37%. There are around 323 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bav's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,332 | 657 | 675 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 50 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 99 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,051 | 549 | 502 |
| Illiterate Population | 281 | 108 | 173 |
Connectivity of Bav
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bav. As per the 2011 stats, Bav 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bav
Knowing the nearby villages of Bav helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bav.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bav
- Where is Bav located?
- Bav village is situated in Kudal Tehsil, within the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bav?
- Bav serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bav?
- The pincode of Bav is 416520, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bav as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bav is 1,332, with 657 males and 675 females.
- How many households are there in Bav as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bav village has a total of 323 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bav as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bav is 78.90%. The male literacy rate is 83.56%, while the female literacy rate is 74.37%.