Bardi - Pandharpur, Solapur
Bardi is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Bardi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bardi is 562311. The village covers a total geographical area of 1468 hectares and falls under the 413302 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Bardi 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 Bardi
As per Census 2011, Bardi village has a total population of 2,358 people, consisting of 1,248 males and 1,110 females. The village has 486 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 326 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,571 literate and 787 illiterate residents. Additionally, 548 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bardi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,358 | 1,248 | 1,110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 326 | 172 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 548 | 292 | 256 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,571 | 904 | 667 |
| Illiterate Population | 787 | 344 | 443 |
Nearby Villages of Bardi
Bardi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jadhavwadi | South | 3.28 km |
| Kharatwadi | South-East | 4.57 km |
| Karkamb | West | 5.45 km |
| Pandharewadi | South | 5.91 km |
| Tulshi | North | 6.99 km |
| Ashti | East | 7.12 km |
| Mendhapur | South | 7.54 km |
| Kuranwadi (ashti) | East | 8.01 km |
| Bhose | South-West | 8.26 km |
| Modnimb | North-East | 8.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bardi
Bardi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ashti, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.9 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 Pandharpur to Bardi is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Bardi is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bardi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bardi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bardi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bardi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bardi
Where is Bardi located?
Bardi village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bardi?
Bardi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bardi?
The pincode of Bardi is 413302.
What is the population of Bardi?
Bardi has a total population of 2,358, including 1,248 males and 1,110 females.
How many households are there in Bardi?
There are 486 households in Bardi.
What is the literacy rate in Bardi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bardi is 66.62%. Male literacy is 72.44% and female literacy is 60.09%.