Dhawalgaon - Shrigonda, Ahilyanagar
Dhawalgaon is a village situated in the Shrigonda tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from Shrigonda and around 72 km from Ahmadnagar. Dhawalegaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhawalgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhawalgaon is 558410. The village covers a total geographical area of 827.5 hectares and falls under the 413702 pincode. Shrigonda is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Dhawalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrigonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhawalgaon
As per Census 2011, Dhawalgaon village has a total population of 2,343 people, consisting of 1,229 males and 1,114 females. The village has 499 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 339 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,479 literate and 864 illiterate residents. Additionally, 288 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 39 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhawalgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,343 | 1,229 | 1,114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 339 | 194 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 288 | 146 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 1,479 | 856 | 623 |
| Illiterate Population | 864 | 373 | 491 |
Nearby Villages of Dhawalgaon
Dhawalgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arangaon Dumala | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Rayagavhan | South | 3.83 km |
| Yavati | North | 4.01 km |
| Kondegavhan | East | 4.26 km |
| Deodaithan | North-West | 4.48 km |
| Pimpri Kolandar | South-East | 5.10 km |
| Rajapur | South-West | 5.85 km |
| Padali Ranjangaon | North | 6.80 km |
| Nimbavi | East | 7.11 km |
| Math | South | 7.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhawalgaon
Public transport in the Dhawalgaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Visapur, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.0 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 Shrigonda to Dhawalgaon is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Dhawalgaon is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhawalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhawalgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhawalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhawalgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhawalgaon
Where is Dhawalgaon located?
Dhawalgaon village is located in Shrigonda Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhawalgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhawalgaon is Dhawalegaon.
What is the pincode of Dhawalgaon?
The pincode of Dhawalgaon is 413702.
What is the population of Dhawalgaon?
Dhawalgaon has a total population of 2,343, including 1,229 males and 1,114 females.
How many households are there in Dhawalgaon?
There are 499 households in Dhawalgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dhawalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhawalgaon is 63.12%. Male literacy is 69.65% and female literacy is 55.92%.