Bagewadi - Malshiras, Solapur
Bagewadi is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Bagechiwadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bagewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagewadi is 562460. The village covers a total geographical area of 510.07 hectares and falls under the 413101 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Bagewadi 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 Bagewadi
As per Census 2011, Bagewadi village has a total population of 3,712 people, consisting of 1,935 males and 1,777 females. The village has 776 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 399 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,755 literate and 957 illiterate residents. Additionally, 933 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bagewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,712 | 1,935 | 1,777 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 399 | 219 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 933 | 492 | 441 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,755 | 1,514 | 1,241 |
| Illiterate Population | 957 | 421 | 536 |
Nearby Villages of Bagewadi
Bagewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Girzani | South | 2.16 km |
| Anandnagar | North | 2.22 km |
| Yashawantnagar | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Kondabavi | West | 3.22 km |
| Akluj | East | 3.56 km |
| Vijaywadi | South | 4.58 km |
| Sarati | North | 4.78 km |
| Paniv | South-West | 4.96 km |
| Chaundeshwarwadi | South-East | 5.00 km |
| Lumewadi | North-East | 5.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bagewadi
Bagewadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Pandharpur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Bagewadi is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Bagewadi is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bagewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bagewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagewadi 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bagewadi
Where is Bagewadi located?
Bagewadi village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagewadi is Bagechiwadi.
What is the pincode of Bagewadi?
The pincode of Bagewadi is 413101.
What is the population of Bagewadi?
Bagewadi has a total population of 3,712, including 1,935 males and 1,777 females.
How many households are there in Bagewadi?
There are 776 households in Bagewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Bagewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagewadi is 74.22%. Male literacy is 78.24% and female literacy is 69.84%.