Dahsur - Morshi, Amravati
Dahsur is a village situated in the Morshi tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Morshi and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Ganeshpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dahsur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahsur is 532193. The village covers a total geographical area of 583.89 hectares and falls under the 444905 pincode. Morshi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dahsur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dahsur
As per Census 2011, Dahsur village has a total population of 612 people, consisting of 320 males and 292 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 357 literate and 255 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 402 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dahsur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 612 | 320 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 402 | 205 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 357 | 211 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 109 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Dahsur
Dahsur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sambhora | South | 1.75 km |
| Ganeshpur | North | 1.92 km |
| Pimpri | East | 2.08 km |
| Khinkhini | West | 2.67 km |
| Pithonda | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Maniardhi | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Redwa | North-West | 3.26 km |
| Mamadapur | South | 3.52 km |
| Saywada | South-East | 3.54 km |
| Bhangara | East | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dahsur
Dahsur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khelpatta, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.8 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 Morshi to Dahsur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Dahsur is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dahsur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dahsur 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 Dahsur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dahsur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dahsur
Where is Dahsur located?
Dahsur village is located in Morshi Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahsur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dahsur is Ganeshpur.
What is the pincode of Dahsur?
The pincode of Dahsur is 444905.
What is the population of Dahsur?
Dahsur has a total population of 612, including 320 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Dahsur?
There are 122 households in Dahsur.
What is the literacy rate in Dahsur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahsur is 58.33%. Male literacy is 65.94% and female literacy is 50.00%.