Dahegaon - Mohadi, Bhandara
Dahegaon is a village situated in the Mohadi tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohadi and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Dahegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahegaon is 536853. The village covers a total geographical area of 317.18 hectares and falls under the 441905 pincode. Tumsar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Dahegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tumsar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dahegaon
As per Census 2011, Dahegaon village has a total population of 1,041 people, consisting of 523 males and 518 females. The village has 233 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 757 literate and 284 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dahegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,041 | 523 | 518 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 67 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 757 | 403 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 120 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Dahegaon
Dahegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalamna | North | 1.45 km |
| Pardi | West | 2.21 km |
| Eklara (ritthi) | East | 2.23 km |
| Khodgaon | West | 2.57 km |
| Mohagaon (devi) | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Morgaon | North-West | 3.50 km |
| Kushari | North-East | 3.73 km |
| Indurkha | South | 4.07 km |
| Chichkheda | West | 4.35 km |
| Mahalgaon | North-West | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dahegaon
Dahegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Koka, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.4 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 Tumsar to Dahegaon is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhandara to Dahegaon is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dahegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dahegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dahegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dahegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dahegaon
Where is Dahegaon located?
Dahegaon village is located in Mohadi Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahegaon?
Dahegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dahegaon?
The pincode of Dahegaon is 441905.
What is the population of Dahegaon?
Dahegaon has a total population of 1,041, including 523 males and 518 females.
How many households are there in Dahegaon?
There are 233 households in Dahegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dahegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahegaon is 72.72%. Male literacy is 77.06% and female literacy is 68.34%.