Badalkot - Pandharpur, Solapur
Badalkot is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Sangavi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badalkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badalkot is 562300. The village covers a total geographical area of 752 hectares and falls under the 413302 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Badalkot 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 Badalkot
As per Census 2011, Badalkot village has a total population of 1,479 people, consisting of 775 males and 704 females. The village has 284 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 231 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 834 literate and 645 illiterate residents. Additionally, 152 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 257 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badalkot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,479 | 775 | 704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 128 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 82 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 257 | 134 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 834 | 505 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 645 | 270 | 375 |
Nearby Villages of Badalkot
Badalkot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sangavi | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Nematwadi | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Pehe | South | 3.47 km |
| Jaloli | North | 3.91 km |
| Kondharpatta | South-West | 3.95 km |
| Nandore | South-West | 5.08 km |
| Umbare (velapur) | West | 5.28 km |
| Umbare | North-West | 5.63 km |
| Shevate | South | 6.64 km |
| Ghoti | North | 6.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badalkot
Badalkot 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 Ashti, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Badalkot is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Badalkot is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badalkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badalkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badalkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badalkot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badalkot
Where is Badalkot located?
Badalkot village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badalkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Badalkot is Sangavi.
What is the pincode of Badalkot?
The pincode of Badalkot is 413302.
What is the population of Badalkot?
Badalkot has a total population of 1,479, including 775 males and 704 females.
How many households are there in Badalkot?
There are 284 households in Badalkot.
What is the literacy rate in Badalkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badalkot is 56.39%. Male literacy is 65.16% and female literacy is 46.73%.