Bagavewadi - Malwan, Sindhudurg
Bagavewadi is a village situated in the Malwan tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malwan and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Trimbak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bagavewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagavewadi is 566540. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.71 hectares and falls under the 416614 pincode. Malwan is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bagavewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kudal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bagavewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Bagavewadi village had a total population of 174 people, including 83 males and 91 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,096 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.82%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 85.06%.
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 | 174 | 83 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 76 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 7 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Bagavewadi
Bagavewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Trimbak | North-West | 1.02 km |
| Gavathanwadi | West | 1.20 km |
| Palikadilwadi | North-East | 1.48 km |
| Palayewadi | East | 1.99 km |
| Palkarwadi | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Kumbharwadi | West | 2.54 km |
| Sayyad Juva | South | 2.63 km |
| Terai | South-West | 2.70 km |
| Bagadwadi | North | 2.72 km |
| Chindar | North-West | 2.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bagavewadi
Public transport in the Bagavewadi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sindhudurg, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.2 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 Bagavewadi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Bagavewadi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bagavewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagavewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bagavewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagavewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bagavewadi
Where is Bagavewadi located?
Bagavewadi village is located in Malwan Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagavewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagavewadi is Trimbak.
What is the pincode of Bagavewadi?
The pincode of Bagavewadi is 416614.
What is the population of Bagavewadi?
Bagavewadi had a total population of 174, including 83 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Bagavewadi?
Bagavewadi had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bagavewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagavewadi was 89.82%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 85.06%.