Dattanagar - Shrirampur, Ahilyanagar
Dattanagar is a village situated in the Shrirampur tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from Shrirampur and around 65 km from Ahmadnagar. Dattanagar village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dattanagar is 557639. The village covers a total geographical area of 1629 hectares and falls under the 413720 pincode. Shrirampur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dattanagar 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 Dattanagar
According to the 2011 Census, Dattanagar village had a total population of 8,018 people, including 4,046 males and 3,972 females, living in 1,641 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.38%, with male literacy at 92.25% and female literacy at 78.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4,272, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 146.
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 | 8,018 | 4,046 | 3,972 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,008 | 537 | 471 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,272 | 2,127 | 2,145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 146 | 68 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 5,985 | 3,237 | 2,748 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,033 | 809 | 1,224 |
Nearby Villages of Dattanagar
Dattanagar 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 Dattanagar
Dattanagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Dattanagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shrirampur to Dattanagar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Dattanagar is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dattanagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dattanagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dattanagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dattanagar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dattanagar
Where is Dattanagar located?
Dattanagar village is located in Shrirampur Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Dattanagar?
Dattanagar is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dattanagar?
The pincode of Dattanagar is 413720.
What is the population of Dattanagar?
Dattanagar had a total population of 8,018, including 4,046 males and 3,972 females.
How many households are there in Dattanagar?
Dattanagar had 1,641 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dattanagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dattanagar was 85.38%. Male literacy was 92.25% and female literacy was 78.49%.