Bamani - Sangole, Solapur
Bamani is a village situated in the Sangole tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sangole and around 101 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Bamani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamani is 562543. The village covers a total geographical area of 661.62 hectares and falls under the 413317 pincode. Sangole is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Bamani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sangole Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamani
As per Census 2011, Bamani village has a total population of 2,366 people, consisting of 1,250 males and 1,116 females. The village has 467 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 343 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,320 literate and 1,046 illiterate residents. Additionally, 292 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,366 | 1,250 | 1,116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 179 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 292 | 145 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,320 | 834 | 486 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,046 | 416 | 630 |
Nearby Villages of Bamani
Bamani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manjari | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Save | East | 3.57 km |
| Devkatewadi | North | 4.42 km |
| Chincholi | West | 4.46 km |
| Dhayati | North-West | 5.61 km |
| Devale | East | 6.32 km |
| Wadegaon | South | 6.74 km |
| Metakarwadi | North | 6.82 km |
| Methvade | North-East | 7.01 km |
| Sangewadi | North-East | 7.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bamani
Bamani 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 57.9 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangole to Bamani is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Bamani is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamani 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bamani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamani 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 Bamani
Where is Bamani located?
Bamani village is located in Sangole Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamani?
Bamani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bamani?
The pincode of Bamani is 413317.
What is the population of Bamani?
Bamani has a total population of 2,366, including 1,250 males and 1,116 females.
How many households are there in Bamani?
There are 467 households in Bamani.
What is the literacy rate in Bamani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamani is 55.79%. Male literacy is 66.72% and female literacy is 43.55%.