Dhakulgaon - Dhamangaon Railway, Amravati
Dhakulgaon is a village situated in the Dhamangaon Railway tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhamangaon Railway and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Dhakulgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhakulgaon is 533266. The village covers a total geographical area of 522.64 hectares and falls under the 444709 pincode. Dattapur Dhamangaon is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Dhakulgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhamamgaon railway Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhakulgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dhakulgaon village had a total population of 1,304 people, including 686 males and 618 females, living in 345 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.50%, with male literacy at 94.32% and female literacy at 86.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 260, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 56.
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 | 1,304 | 686 | 618 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 70 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 136 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 26 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 1,076 | 581 | 495 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 105 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Dhakulgaon
Dhakulgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ashok Nagar | South | 2.32 km |
| Gavha Farkade | West | 3.29 km |
| Anjansingi | North-East | 3.54 km |
| Sayadpur | West | 3.66 km |
| Pimpalkhuta | East | 3.80 km |
| Gavha Nipani | South-East | 3.86 km |
| Alwada | North | 4.60 km |
| Rasulpur | South | 4.83 km |
| Gunji | South | 4.85 km |
| Umarpur | South-West | 5.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhakulgaon
Dhakulgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhamangaon, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dattapur Dhamangaon to Dhakulgaon is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Dhakulgaon is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhakulgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhakulgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhakulgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhakulgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhakulgaon
Where is Dhakulgaon located?
Dhakulgaon village is located in Dhamangaon Railway Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhakulgaon?
Dhakulgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhakulgaon?
The pincode of Dhakulgaon is 444709.
What is the population of Dhakulgaon?
Dhakulgaon had a total population of 1,304, including 686 males and 618 females.
How many households are there in Dhakulgaon?
Dhakulgaon had 345 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhakulgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhakulgaon was 90.50%. Male literacy was 94.32% and female literacy was 86.39%.