Bhosare - Madha, Solapur
Bhosare is a village situated in the Madha tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madha and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Bhosare village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhosare is 561925. The village covers a total geographical area of 1386 hectares and falls under the 413208 pincode. Kurduvadi is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Bhosare 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 Bhosare
As per Census 2011, Bhosare village has a total population of 8,961 people, consisting of 4,682 males and 4,279 females. The village has 1,894 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,775 literate and 2,186 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,564 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 126 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhosare are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,961 | 4,682 | 4,279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,115 | 616 | 499 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,564 | 792 | 772 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 60 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 6,775 | 3,759 | 3,016 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,186 | 923 | 1,263 |
Nearby Villages of Bhosare
Bhosare 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghatane | South | 2.73 km |
| Tadavale | East | 3.52 km |
| Chinchgaon | North-East | 4.17 km |
| Akulgaon | North | 4.28 km |
| Wetalwadi | South-East | 5.06 km |
| Sapatne (bhose) | South | 5.67 km |
| Kurdu | West | 5.82 km |
| Shindewadi | South-East | 6.47 km |
| Randivewadi | South-East | 6.56 km |
| Barloni | North | 6.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhosare
Bhosare is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chink Hill, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kurduvadi to Bhosare is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Bhosare is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhosare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhosare village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhosare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhosare 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bhosare
Where is Bhosare located?
Bhosare village is located in Madha Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhosare?
Bhosare is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhosare?
The pincode of Bhosare is 413208.
What is the population of Bhosare?
Bhosare has a total population of 8,961, including 4,682 males and 4,279 females.
How many households are there in Bhosare?
There are 1,894 households in Bhosare.
What is the literacy rate in Bhosare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhosare is 75.61%. Male literacy is 80.29% and female literacy is 70.48%.