Bhalawani - Pandharpur, Solapur
Bhalawani is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Bhalwani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhalawani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhalawani is 562335. The village covers a total geographical area of 2639 hectares and falls under the 413310 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bhalawani 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 Bhalawani
As per Census 2011, Bhalawani village has a total population of 9,781 people, consisting of 5,130 males and 4,651 females. The village has 2,091 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,527 literate and 3,254 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,104 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhalawani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,781 | 5,130 | 4,651 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,254 | 661 | 593 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,104 | 1,105 | 999 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 6,527 | 3,790 | 2,737 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,254 | 1,340 | 1,914 |
Nearby Villages of Bhalawani
Bhalawani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shendgewadi | North | 3.66 km |
| Jainwadi | South-East | 4.10 km |
| Keskarwadi | North | 4.23 km |
| Tandulwadi | West | 4.69 km |
| Dhondewadi | East | 5.02 km |
| Mahim | South | 5.07 km |
| Tondale | North | 6.74 km |
| Gardi | South-East | 6.90 km |
| Shendechinch | North-West | 7.03 km |
| Dhanore | North-West | 7.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhalawani
Bhalawani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bohali, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhalawani is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Bhalawani 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 Bhalawani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhalawani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhalawani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhalawani 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 Bhalawani
Where is Bhalawani located?
Bhalawani village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhalawani?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhalawani is Bhalwani.
What is the pincode of Bhalawani?
The pincode of Bhalawani is 413310.
What is the population of Bhalawani?
Bhalawani has a total population of 9,781, including 5,130 males and 4,651 females.
How many households are there in Bhalawani?
There are 2,091 households in Bhalawani.
What is the literacy rate in Bhalawani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhalawani is 66.73%. Male literacy is 73.88% and female literacy is 58.85%.