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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Dhamangaon village has a total population of 1,886 people, consisting of 997 males and 889 females. The village has 376 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 267 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,044 literate and 842 illiterate residents. Additionally, 250 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhamangaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,886 | 997 | 889 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 136 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 135 | 115 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Dhamangaon?
Dhamangaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhamangaon?
The pincode of Dhamangaon is 413204.
What is the population of Dhamangaon?
Dhamangaon has a total population of 1,886, including 997 males and 889 females.
How many households are there in Dhamangaon?
There are 376 households in Dhamangaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dhamangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhamangaon is 55.36%. Male literacy is 65.60% and female literacy is 43.87%.