Bavachi - Mangalvedhe, Solapur
Bavachi is a village situated in the Mangalvedhe tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangalvedhe and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Bavachi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bavachi is 562688. The village covers a total geographical area of 1314.95 hectares and falls under the 413222 pincode. Mangalvedhe is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bavachi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bavachi
As per Census 2011, Bavachi village has a total population of 1,580 people, consisting of 804 males and 776 females. The village has 312 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 214 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 953 literate and 627 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bavachi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,580 | 804 | 776 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 107 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 32 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 953 | 568 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 627 | 236 | 391 |
Nearby Villages of Bavachi
Bavachi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jangalgi | South | 3.23 km |
| Jitti | North | 3.87 km |
| Nimboni | North-West | 4.03 km |
| Pout | East | 4.21 km |
| Chikhalgi | South-West | 5.50 km |
| Khave | North-East | 5.50 km |
| Salagar Bk. | South | 6.14 km |
| Salagar Kh. | South-East | 6.35 km |
| Malewadi | North-East | 6.72 km |
| Radde | West | 7.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bavachi
Bavachi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bamani, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.6 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 Mangalvedhe to Bavachi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Bavachi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bavachi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bavachi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bavachi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bavachi 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 Bavachi
Where is Bavachi located?
Bavachi village is located in Mangalvedhe Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bavachi?
Bavachi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bavachi?
The pincode of Bavachi is 413222.
What is the population of Bavachi?
Bavachi has a total population of 1,580, including 804 males and 776 females.
How many households are there in Bavachi?
There are 312 households in Bavachi.
What is the literacy rate in Bavachi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bavachi is 60.32%. Male literacy is 70.65% and female literacy is 49.61%.