Dahiwel - Sakri, Dhule
Dahiwel is a village situated in the Sakri tehsil of Dhule district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakri and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Dhule. Dahiwel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahiwel is 526355. The village covers a total geographical area of 2083.71 hectares and falls under the 424304 pincode. Nawapur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Dahiwel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dahiwel
As per Census 2011, Dahiwel village has a total population of 6,691 people, consisting of 3,446 males and 3,245 females. The village has 1,463 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 708 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,793 literate and 1,898 illiterate residents. Additionally, 214 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,783 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dahiwel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,691 | 3,446 | 3,245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 708 | 384 | 324 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 214 | 113 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,783 | 877 | 906 |
| Literate Population | 4,793 | 2,604 | 2,189 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,898 | 842 | 1,056 |
Nearby Villages of Dahiwel
Dahiwel 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bodgaon | South | 2.61 km |
| Satarpada | West | 2.89 km |
| Malangaon | North | 3.09 km |
| Maindane | South-West | 3.78 km |
| Bhongaon | East | 4.17 km |
| Kirwade | East | 5.29 km |
| Dhangai | South-West | 5.43 km |
| Khandbara | West | 5.81 km |
| Kharadbari | North-West | 6.13 km |
| Dhavali Vihir (new) | South | 6.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dahiwel
Dahiwel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chinchpada, while the nearest airport is Surat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 116.6 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 Nawapur to Dahiwel is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhule to Dahiwel is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dahiwel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dahiwel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dahiwel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dahiwel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dahiwel
Where is Dahiwel located?
Dahiwel village is located in Sakri Tehsil, Dhule district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahiwel?
Dahiwel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dahiwel?
The pincode of Dahiwel is 424304.
What is the population of Dahiwel?
Dahiwel has a total population of 6,691, including 3,446 males and 3,245 females.
How many households are there in Dahiwel?
There are 1,463 households in Dahiwel.
What is the literacy rate in Dahiwel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahiwel is 71.63%. Male literacy is 75.57% and female literacy is 67.46%.