Dhad
Dhad is a village located in Lonar tehsil of Buldana district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Lonar (tehsildar office) and 108km away from district headquarter Buldana. As per 2009 stats, Dhad village is also a gram panchayat.
Dhad has its own place in the vibrant Buldana region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dhad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhad is 529589. The village spans a total geographical area of 1545.4 hectares. Lonar is nearest town to Dhad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dhad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mehkar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Buldhana Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dhad
Population of Dhad
Below is a concise population overview of Dhad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 923 | 493 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 60 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 453 | 235 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 661 | 379 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 262 | 114 | 148 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhad village:
- The total population of Dhad village is around 923, including approximately 493 males and 430 females, with a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 97 children aged 0–6 years in Dhad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dhad village has 453 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 38 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dhad village is about 71.61%, with male literacy at 76.88% and female literacy at 65.58%.
- There are around 187 households in Dhad village.
Connectivity of Dhad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhad. As per the 2011 stats, Dhad 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 Dhad
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhad
- Where is Dhad located?
- Dhad village is situated in Lonar Tehsil, within the Buldana district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhad?
- Dhad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dhad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhad is 923, with 493 males and 430 females.
- How many households are there in Dhad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhad village has a total of 187 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhad is 71.61%. The male literacy rate is 76.88%, while the female literacy rate is 65.58%.