Bhatambare - Barshi, Solapur
Bhatambare is a village situated in the Barshi tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshi and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Bhatambare village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatambare is 562113. The village covers a total geographical area of 2155 hectares and falls under the 413401 pincode. Osmanabad is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bhatambare 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 Bhatambare
As per Census 2011, Bhatambare village has a total population of 3,278 people, consisting of 1,704 males and 1,574 females. The village has 692 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 408 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,158 literate and 1,120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 550 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhatambare are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,278 | 1,704 | 1,574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 408 | 206 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 550 | 296 | 254 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,158 | 1,261 | 897 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,120 | 443 | 677 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatambare
Bhatambare 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kapasi | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Borgaon (zadi) | South-East | 2.19 km |
| Tambewadi | East | 2.44 km |
| Indapur | North | 2.73 km |
| Pimpri (ratanjan) | West | 3.93 km |
| Nariwadi | North | 4.06 km |
| Junoni | East | 4.13 km |
| Sawargaon | North-West | 4.32 km |
| Zadi | South | 4.41 km |
| Upale (du.) | South-West | 4.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhatambare
Public transport in the Bhatambare is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Usmanabad, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.2 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 Osmanabad to Bhatambare is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Bhatambare is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhatambare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatambare village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhatambare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhatambare village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhatambare
Where is Bhatambare located?
Bhatambare village is located in Barshi Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhatambare?
Bhatambare is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhatambare?
The pincode of Bhatambare is 413401.
What is the population of Bhatambare?
Bhatambare has a total population of 3,278, including 1,704 males and 1,574 females.
How many households are there in Bhatambare?
There are 692 households in Bhatambare.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatambare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatambare is 65.83%. Male literacy is 74.00% and female literacy is 56.99%.