Bhandarwada - Malwan, Sindhudurg
Bhandarwada is a village situated in the Malwan tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malwan and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Varad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhandarwada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhandarwada is 566621. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.06 hectares and falls under the 416614 pincode.
Bhandarwada 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.
Nearby Villages of Bhandarwada
Bhandarwada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Warad | East | 1.39 km |
| Sonarwada | West | 1.45 km |
| Katta | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Kusarave | North | 2.25 km |
| Kharare | South | 2.58 km |
| Pendur | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Mhavlunge | East | 3.37 km |
| Khand | East | 3.81 km |
| Guramnagari | North-West | 3.82 km |
| Sonavade Tarf Haveli | South-East | 3.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhandarwada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bhandarwada. The nearest railway station is Sindhudurg, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Oras Bk. to Bhandarwada is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhandarwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhandarwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhandarwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhandarwada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhandarwada
Where is Bhandarwada located?
Bhandarwada village is located in Malwan Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhandarwada?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhandarwada is Varad.
What is the pincode of Bhandarwada?
The pincode of Bhandarwada is 416614.