Dhawada
Dhawada is a village located in Sillod tehsil of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Sillod (tehsildar office) and 86km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Dhawada village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dhawada unique in its vibrant Sillod-Aurangabad region. You’ll see Dhawada’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 Dhawada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhawada is 548533. The village spans a total geographical area of 649.55 hectares. Sillod is nearest town to Dhawada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Dhawada
Population of Dhawada
According to the 2011 Census, Dhawada has a total population of about 1,315, with approximately 652 males and 663 females. The sex ratio is around 1016 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 176 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 278 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 456. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.75%, with male literacy at about 73.47% and female literacy near 50.23%. There are around 286 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhawada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,315 | 652 | 663 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 86 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 141 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 456 | 226 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 812 | 479 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 503 | 173 | 330 |
Connectivity of Dhawada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhawada. As per the 2011 stats, Dhawada 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhawada
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhawada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhawada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhawada
- Where is Dhawada located?
- Dhawada village is situated in Sillod Tehsil, within the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhawada?
- Dhawada serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dhawada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhawada is 1,315, with 652 males and 663 females.
- How many households are there in Dhawada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhawada village has a total of 286 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhawada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhawada is 61.75%. The male literacy rate is 73.47%, while the female literacy rate is 50.23%.