Bhose - Pandharpur, Solapur
Bhose is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Bhose village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhose is 562315. The village covers a total geographical area of 8743.05 hectares and falls under the 413315 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Bhose 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 Bhose
As per Census 2011, Bhose village has a total population of 9,408 people, consisting of 4,948 males and 4,460 females. The village has 1,765 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,313 literate and 3,095 illiterate residents. Additionally, 972 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 63 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhose are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,408 | 4,948 | 4,460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,132 | 592 | 540 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 972 | 516 | 456 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 6,313 | 3,682 | 2,631 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,095 | 1,266 | 1,829 |
Nearby Villages of Bhose
Bhose 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pandharewadi | East | 3.91 km |
| Shevate | West | 4.90 km |
| Chilaiwadi | South-East | 4.96 km |
| Hole Bk | South | 5.12 km |
| Nematwadi | North-West | 5.34 km |
| Jadhavwadi | North-East | 5.99 km |
| Karkamb | North | 7.23 km |
| Pehe | West | 7.36 km |
| Mendhapur | East | 7.42 km |
| Devade | South-West | 7.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhose
Bhose is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Babhulgoan, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhose is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Bhose 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 Bhose
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhose 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 Bhose
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhose 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhose
Where is Bhose located?
Bhose village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhose?
Bhose is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhose?
The pincode of Bhose is 413315.
What is the population of Bhose?
Bhose has a total population of 9,408, including 4,948 males and 4,460 females.
How many households are there in Bhose?
There are 1,765 households in Bhose.
What is the literacy rate in Bhose?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhose is 67.10%. Male literacy is 74.41% and female literacy is 58.99%.