Dahendri - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Dahendri is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 62 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Dahendri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahendri is 531634. The village covers a total geographical area of 824.96 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Akot is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dahendri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dahendri
As per Census 2011, Dahendri village has a total population of 2,176 people, consisting of 1,126 males and 1,050 females. The village has 364 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 233 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,338 literate and 838 illiterate residents. Additionally, 150 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,421 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dahendri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,176 | 1,126 | 1,050 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 115 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 82 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,421 | 720 | 701 |
| Literate Population | 1,338 | 765 | 573 |
| Illiterate Population | 838 | 361 | 477 |
Nearby Villages of Dahendri
Dahendri 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 Dahendri
Dahendri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akot to Dahendri is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Dahendri is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dahendri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dahendri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dahendri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dahendri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dahendri
Where is Dahendri located?
Dahendri village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahendri?
Dahendri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dahendri?
The pincode of Dahendri is 444807.
What is the population of Dahendri?
Dahendri has a total population of 2,176, including 1,126 males and 1,050 females.
How many households are there in Dahendri?
There are 364 households in Dahendri.
What is the literacy rate in Dahendri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahendri is 61.49%. Male literacy is 67.94% and female literacy is 54.57%.