Dhamangaon - Jamkhed, Ahilyanagar
Dhamangaon is a village situated in the Jamkhed tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from Jamkhed and around 90 km from Ahmadnagar. Dhamangaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhamangaon is 558679. The village covers a total geographical area of 1472 hectares and falls under the 413204 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Dhamangaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karjat jamkhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhamangaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dhamangaon village had a total population of 1,886 people, including 997 males and 889 females, living in 376 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.48%, with male literacy at 75.96% and female literacy at 51.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 250.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,886 | 997 | 889 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 136 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 135 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,044 | 654 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 842 | 343 | 499 |
Nearby Villages of Dhamangaon
Dhamangaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dhamangaon
Public transport in the Dhamangaon is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Ahmadnagar to Dhamangaon is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhamangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhamangaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhamangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhamangaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhamangaon
Where is Dhamangaon located?
Dhamangaon village is located in Jamkhed Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Dhamangaon?
Dhamangaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhamangaon?
The pincode of Dhamangaon is 413204.
What is the population of Dhamangaon?
Dhamangaon had a total population of 1,886, including 997 males and 889 females.
How many households are there in Dhamangaon?
Dhamangaon had 376 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhamangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhamangaon was 64.48%. Male literacy was 75.96% and female literacy was 51.45%.