Daskul - Vaijapur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Daskul is a village situated in the Vaijapur tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 37 km from Vaijapur and around 62 km from Aurangabad. Tunki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daskul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daskul is 549025. The village covers a total geographical area of 154 hectares and falls under the 431116 pincode. Vaijapur is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Daskul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vaijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daskul
As per Census 2011, Daskul village has a total population of 252 people, consisting of 134 males and 118 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 165 literate and 87 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daskul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 252 | 134 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 18 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 102 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 32 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Daskul
Daskul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tunki | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Loni Kh. | West | 2.18 km |
| Anchalgaon | East | 2.34 km |
| Titarkheda | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Naigavhan | North-East | 3.43 km |
| Babhultel | North | 3.74 km |
| Kavit Kheda | North-East | 4.12 km |
| Sawkhed Khandala | East | 4.14 km |
| Pendephal | South | 4.66 km |
| Birola | East | 4.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daskul
Daskul is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Pimpar Khed, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Vaijapur to Daskul is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Daskul is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daskul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daskul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Daskul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daskul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Daskul
Where is Daskul located?
Daskul village is located in Vaijapur Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daskul?
The Gram Panchayat of Daskul is Tunki.
What is the pincode of Daskul?
The pincode of Daskul is 431116.
What is the population of Daskul?
Daskul has a total population of 252, including 134 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Daskul?
There are 55 households in Daskul.
What is the literacy rate in Daskul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daskul is 65.48%. Male literacy is 76.12% and female literacy is 53.39%.