Daregaon - Sakri, Dhule
Daregaon is a village situated in the Sakri tehsil of Dhule district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakri and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Dhule. Daregaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daregaon is 526402. The village covers a total geographical area of 932.54 hectares and falls under the 424306 pincode. Nawapur is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Daregaon 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 Daregaon
According to the 2011 Census, Daregaon village had a total population of 1,237 people, including 600 males and 637 females, living in 273 households. The sex ratio was 1,062 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.12%, with male literacy at 59.61% and female literacy at 45.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,230.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,237 | 600 | 637 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 90 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,230 | 595 | 635 |
| Literate Population | 553 | 304 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 684 | 296 | 388 |
Nearby Villages of Daregaon
Daregaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bopkhel | West | 1.95 km |
| Dangshirwade | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Shiv | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Waki | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Kaksewad | North | 3.40 km |
| Khargaon | West | 3.68 km |
| Sukapur | East | 4.27 km |
| Khatyal | South-West | 4.51 km |
| Dhamandhar | South | 4.66 km |
| Shewage | East | 4.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daregaon
Daregaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kolda, while the nearest airport is Surat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.4 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 Daregaon is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhule to Daregaon is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daregaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daregaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Daregaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daregaon 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Daregaon
Where is Daregaon located?
Daregaon village is located in Sakri Tehsil, Dhule district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Daregaon?
Daregaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Daregaon?
The pincode of Daregaon is 424306.
What is the population of Daregaon?
Daregaon had a total population of 1,237, including 600 males and 637 females.
How many households are there in Daregaon?
Daregaon had 273 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daregaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daregaon was 52.12%. Male literacy was 59.61% and female literacy was 45.19%.