Davangaon - Rahuri, Ahilyanagar
Davangaon is a village situated in the Rahuri tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from Rahuri and around 50 km from Ahmadnagar. Davangaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Davangaon is 558212. The village covers a total geographical area of 585 hectares and falls under the 413706 pincode. Rahuri is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Davangaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrirampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirdi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Davangaon
According to the 2011 Census, Davangaon village had a total population of 1,579 people, including 801 males and 778 females, living in 306 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.80%, with male literacy at 89.52% and female literacy at 70.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 171, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 73.
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 | 1,579 | 801 | 778 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 114 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 92 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 40 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 1,106 | 615 | 491 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 186 | 287 |
Nearby Villages of Davangaon
Davangaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sankrapur | West | 1.09 km |
| Amalner | East | 1.25 km |
| Pimpalgaon Fungi | West | 2.06 km |
| Kesapur | North-East | 4.28 km |
| Chincholi | West | 4.29 km |
| Galnimb | North | 4.64 km |
| Kuranpur | North-West | 4.85 km |
| Ukkalgaon | North | 5.08 km |
| Guha | South-West | 5.13 km |
| Mandve | North-West | 5.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Davangaon
Davangaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Padhegaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.2 km.
| 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 Rahuri to Davangaon is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Davangaon is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Davangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Davangaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Davangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Davangaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Davangaon
Where is Davangaon located?
Davangaon village is located in Rahuri Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Davangaon?
Davangaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Davangaon?
The pincode of Davangaon is 413706.
What is the population of Davangaon?
Davangaon had a total population of 1,579, including 801 males and 778 females.
How many households are there in Davangaon?
Davangaon had 306 households.
What is the literacy rate in Davangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Davangaon was 79.80%. Male literacy was 89.52% and female literacy was 70.24%.