Dholewadi - Sangamner, Ahilyanagar
Dholewadi is a village situated in the Sangamner tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from Sangamner and around 95 km from Ahmadnagar. Dholewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholewadi is 557391. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.58 hectares and falls under the 422605 pincode. Sangamner is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Dholewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sangamner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirdi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dholewadi
As per Census 2011, Dholewadi village has a total population of 2,574 people, consisting of 1,316 males and 1,258 females. The village has 550 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 298 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,022 literate and 552 illiterate residents. Additionally, 159 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 141 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dholewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,574 | 1,316 | 1,258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 298 | 150 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 71 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 67 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 2,022 | 1,090 | 932 |
| Illiterate Population | 552 | 226 | 326 |
Nearby Villages of Dholewadi
Dholewadi 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 Dholewadi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dholewadi.
| 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 Sangamner to Dholewadi is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Dholewadi is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dholewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dholewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dholewadi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dholewadi
Where is Dholewadi located?
Dholewadi village is located in Sangamner Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dholewadi?
Dholewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dholewadi?
The pincode of Dholewadi is 422605.
What is the population of Dholewadi?
Dholewadi has a total population of 2,574, including 1,316 males and 1,258 females.
How many households are there in Dholewadi?
There are 550 households in Dholewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Dholewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholewadi is 78.55%. Male literacy is 82.83% and female literacy is 74.09%.