Bhandegaon - Barshi, Solapur
Bhandegaon is a village situated in the Barshi tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Bhandegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhandegaon is 562145. The village covers a total geographical area of 421.78 hectares and falls under the 413406 pincode. Barshi is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Bhandegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhandegaon
As per Census 2011, Bhandegaon village has a total population of 581 people, consisting of 315 males and 266 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 844 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 365 literate and 216 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhandegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 581 | 315 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 42 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 365 | 226 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 89 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Bhandegaon
Bhandegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarole | South | 2.26 km |
| Ambegaon | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Bhalgaon | North-East | 3.36 km |
| Ambabaiwadi | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Jotibachiwadi | West | 3.63 km |
| Mirzanpur | East | 4.03 km |
| Kasari | South-East | 4.60 km |
| Raulgaon | East | 5.61 km |
| Rui | North | 5.96 km |
| Chinchkhopan | West | 6.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhandegaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bhandegaon. The nearest railway station is Usmanabad, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Barshi to Bhandegaon is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Bhandegaon 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 Bhandegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhandegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhandegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhandegaon 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhandegaon
Where is Bhandegaon located?
Bhandegaon village is located in Barshi Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhandegaon?
Bhandegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhandegaon?
The pincode of Bhandegaon is 413406.
What is the population of Bhandegaon?
Bhandegaon has a total population of 581, including 315 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Bhandegaon?
There are 145 households in Bhandegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bhandegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhandegaon is 62.82%. Male literacy is 71.75% and female literacy is 52.26%.