Bada - Sawantwadi, Sindhudurg
Bada is a village situated in the Sawantwadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sawantwadi and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Talavade serves as the Village Panchayat for Bada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bada is 566872. The village covers a total geographical area of 291.9 hectares and falls under the 416510 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawantwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bada
According to the 2011 Census, Bada village had a total population of 860 people, including 398 males and 462 females, living in 213 households. The sex ratio was 1,161 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.66%, with male literacy at 93.11% and female literacy at 79.40%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 860 | 398 | 462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 681 | 338 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 60 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Bada
Bada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kumbharwada | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Nemale | North-East | 1.91 km |
| Talavade | South | 3.56 km |
| Malgaon | South-East | 3.60 km |
| Niravade | South-East | 3.61 km |
| Hodawada | West | 3.61 km |
| Vajrat | West | 4.09 km |
| Brahmanpat | East | 4.40 km |
| Bhom | North-East | 4.70 km |
| Kamalevir | North-West | 4.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bada
Public transport in the Bada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sawantwadi Road, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sawantwadi to Bada is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Bada is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bada
Where is Bada located?
Bada village is located in Sawantwadi Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Bada?
The Village Panchayat of Bada is Talavade.
What is the pincode of Bada?
The pincode of Bada is 416510.
What is the population of Bada?
Bada had a total population of 860, including 398 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Bada?
Bada had 213 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bada was 85.66%. Male literacy was 93.11% and female literacy was 79.40%.