Bacheri - Malshiras, Solapur
Bacheri is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Bacheri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bacheri is 562508. The village covers a total geographical area of 3387 hectares and falls under the 413310 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Bacheri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malshiras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bacheri
As per Census 2011, Bacheri village has a total population of 3,147 people, consisting of 1,641 males and 1,506 females. The village has 624 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 473 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,785 literate and 1,362 illiterate residents. Additionally, 393 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bacheri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,147 | 1,641 | 1,506 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 473 | 236 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 198 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,785 | 1,038 | 747 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,362 | 603 | 759 |
Nearby Villages of Bacheri
Bacheri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Itaki | South | 4.52 km |
| Sulewadi | North-West | 4.82 km |
| Shingorni | South-East | 5.35 km |
| Piliv | North-East | 5.79 km |
| Kalamwadi | East | 6.44 km |
| Rajewadi | South-West | 6.65 km |
| Zinjevasti | North | 7.23 km |
| Pujarwadi | South | 7.77 km |
| Hingani | West | 8.90 km |
| Pathanwasti | North | 9.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bacheri
Bacheri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Bamani, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Pandharpur to Bacheri is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Bacheri is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bacheri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bacheri 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 Bacheri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bacheri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bacheri
Where is Bacheri located?
Bacheri village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bacheri?
Bacheri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bacheri?
The pincode of Bacheri is 413310.
What is the population of Bacheri?
Bacheri has a total population of 3,147, including 1,641 males and 1,506 females.
How many households are there in Bacheri?
There are 624 households in Bacheri.
What is the literacy rate in Bacheri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bacheri is 56.72%. Male literacy is 63.25% and female literacy is 49.60%.