Dahatonda
Dahatonda is a village located in Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Murtijapur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Dahatoda is the gram panchayat of Dahatonda village.
Here you can discover what makes Dahatonda unique in its vibrant Murtijapur-Akola region. You’ll see Dahatonda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dahatonda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dahatonda is 530304. The village spans a total geographical area of 306.51 hectares. Murtijapur is nearest town to Dahatonda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dahatonda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Akola Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dahatonda
Population of Dahatonda
According to the 2011 Census, Dahatonda has a total population of about 1,351, with approximately 680 males and 671 females. The sex ratio is around 986 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 156 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 172 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.28%, with male literacy at about 79.71% and female literacy near 66.77%. There are around 301 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dahatonda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,351 | 680 | 671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 81 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 86 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 990 | 542 | 448 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 138 | 223 |
Connectivity of Dahatonda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dahatonda. As per the 2011 stats, Dahatonda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dahatonda
Knowing the nearby villages of Dahatonda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dahatonda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dahatonda
- Where is Dahatonda located?
- Dahatonda village is situated in Murtijapur Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dahatonda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dahatonda is Dahatoda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Dahatonda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dahatonda is 1,351, with 680 males and 671 females.
- How many households are there in Dahatonda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dahatonda village has a total of 301 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dahatonda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dahatonda is 73.28%. The male literacy rate is 79.71%, while the female literacy rate is 66.77%.