Badalewadi - Madha, Solapur
Badalewadi is a village situated in the Madha tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madha and around 101 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Badalewadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badalewadi is 561918. The village covers a total geographical area of 729.97 hectares and falls under the 413210 pincode. Kurduvadi is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Badalewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madha Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Badalewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Badalewadi village had a total population of 1,220 people, including 656 males and 564 females, living in 269 households. The sex ratio was 860 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.34%, with male literacy at 78.75% and female literacy at 60.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 1,220 | 656 | 564 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 82 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 766 | 452 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 204 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Badalewadi
Badalewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nimgaon [tembhurni] | South-West | 2.97 km |
| Shedshinge | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Upalawate | North-West | 3.63 km |
| Dahiwali | West | 4.82 km |
| Dhavalas | North-East | 4.94 km |
| Pimpalkhunte | East | 5.21 km |
| Pimpalner | South | 5.51 km |
| Ambad | South-East | 6.24 km |
| Kanhergaon | South-West | 6.54 km |
| Satoli | North-West | 7.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badalewadi
Badalewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhavalas, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.1 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 Kurduvadi to Badalewadi is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Badalewadi is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badalewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badalewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badalewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badalewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badalewadi
Where is Badalewadi located?
Badalewadi village is located in Madha Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Badalewadi?
Badalewadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badalewadi?
The pincode of Badalewadi is 413210.
What is the population of Badalewadi?
Badalewadi had a total population of 1,220, including 656 males and 564 females.
How many households are there in Badalewadi?
Badalewadi had 269 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badalewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badalewadi was 70.34%. Male literacy was 78.75% and female literacy was 60.97%.