Dastapur - Soegaon, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Dastapur is a village situated in the Soegaon tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 72 km from Soegaon and around 140 km from Aurangabad. Dastapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dastapur is 548466. The village covers a total geographical area of 1222 hectares and falls under the 431150 pincode. Pachora is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dastapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kannad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dastapur
As per Census 2011, Dastapur village has a total population of 719 people, consisting of 380 males and 339 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 379 literate and 340 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 443 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dastapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 719 | 380 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 75 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 443 | 239 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 379 | 229 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 340 | 151 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Dastapur
Dastapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaldari | West | 2.26 km |
| Nimkhedi | North-West | 3.26 km |
| Kondbari | South | 3.52 km |
| Bhopewadi | West | 3.70 km |
| Shibghat | South | 3.87 km |
| Kinhi | North-East | 3.93 km |
| Dudhmal | South-East | 4.08 km |
| Belkheda | West | 5.08 km |
| Mohalai | North-West | 5.11 km |
| Sonwadi | North-West | 5.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dastapur
Public transport in the Dastapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Galan, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.9 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 Pachora to Dastapur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Dastapur is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dastapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dastapur 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 Dastapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dastapur 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 Dastapur
Where is Dastapur located?
Dastapur village is located in Soegaon Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dastapur?
Dastapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dastapur?
The pincode of Dastapur is 431150.
What is the population of Dastapur?
Dastapur has a total population of 719, including 380 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Dastapur?
There are 159 households in Dastapur.
What is the literacy rate in Dastapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dastapur is 52.71%. Male literacy is 60.26% and female literacy is 44.25%.