Dhangarwadi (Sonai) - Nevasa, Ahilyanagar
Dhangarwadi (Sonai) is a village situated in the Nevasa tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 37 km from Nevasa and around 40 km from Ahmadnagar. Narayanwadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhangarwadi (Sonai) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhangarwadi (Sonai) is 557772. The village covers a total geographical area of 220 hectares and falls under the 414105 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dhangarwadi (Sonai) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nevasa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirdi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhangarwadi (Sonai)
As per Census 2011, Dhangarwadi (Sonai) village has a total population of 2,177 people, consisting of 1,132 males and 1,045 females. The village has 411 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 371 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,427 literate and 750 illiterate residents. Additionally, 155 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 116 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhangarwadi (Sonai) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,177 | 1,132 | 1,045 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 371 | 203 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 77 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 61 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 1,427 | 811 | 616 |
| Illiterate Population | 750 | 321 | 429 |
Nearby Villages of Dhangarwadi (Sonai)
Dhangarwadi (Sonai) 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 Dhangarwadi (Sonai)
Dhangarwadi (Sonai) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahmadnagar to Dhangarwadi (Sonai) is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhangarwadi (Sonai)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhangarwadi (Sonai) 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhangarwadi (Sonai)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhangarwadi (Sonai) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhangarwadi (Sonai)
Where is Dhangarwadi (Sonai) located?
Dhangarwadi (Sonai) village is located in Nevasa Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhangarwadi (Sonai)?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhangarwadi (Sonai) is Narayanwadi.
What is the pincode of Dhangarwadi (Sonai)?
The pincode of Dhangarwadi (Sonai) is 414105.
What is the population of Dhangarwadi (Sonai)?
Dhangarwadi (Sonai) has a total population of 2,177, including 1,132 males and 1,045 females.
How many households are there in Dhangarwadi (Sonai)?
There are 411 households in Dhangarwadi (Sonai).
What is the literacy rate in Dhangarwadi (Sonai)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhangarwadi (Sonai) is 65.55%. Male literacy is 71.64% and female literacy is 58.95%.