Dhavali Vihir (New) - Sakri, Dhule
Dhavali Vihir (New) is a village situated in the Sakri tehsil of Dhule district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakri and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Dhule. Dhavali Vihir serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhavali Vihir (New) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhavali Vihir (New) is 526253. The village covers a total geographical area of 328.3 hectares and falls under the 424305 pincode. Nandurbar is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Dhavali Vihir (New) 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 Dhavali Vihir (New)
As per Census 2011, Dhavali Vihir (New) village has a total population of 643 people, consisting of 321 males and 322 females. The village has 165 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 371 literate and 272 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 636 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhavali Vihir (New) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 643 | 321 | 322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 34 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 636 | 318 | 318 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 229 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 92 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Dhavali Vihir (New)
Dhavali Vihir (New) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Samode | South | 3.15 km |
| Dapur | West | 3.20 km |
| Dholipada | East | 3.45 km |
| Zanzale | South | 3.45 km |
| Maindane | North-West | 3.52 km |
| Bodgaon | North | 3.93 km |
| Dhangai | North-West | 5.27 km |
| Jirapur | South | 5.62 km |
| Nawenagar | West | 5.67 km |
| Surpan | South-East | 6.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhavali Vihir (New)
Dhavali Vihir (New) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chinchpada, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.6 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 Nandurbar to Dhavali Vihir (New) is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhule to Dhavali Vihir (New) is about 90 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 Dhavali Vihir (New)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhavali Vihir (New) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhavali Vihir (New)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhavali Vihir (New) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhavali Vihir (New)
Where is Dhavali Vihir (New) located?
Dhavali Vihir (New) village is located in Sakri Tehsil, Dhule district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhavali Vihir (New)?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhavali Vihir (New) is Dhavali Vihir.
What is the pincode of Dhavali Vihir (New)?
The pincode of Dhavali Vihir (New) is 424305.
What is the population of Dhavali Vihir (New)?
Dhavali Vihir (New) has a total population of 643, including 321 males and 322 females.
How many households are there in Dhavali Vihir (New)?
There are 165 households in Dhavali Vihir (New).
What is the literacy rate in Dhavali Vihir (New)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhavali Vihir (New) is 57.70%. Male literacy is 71.34% and female literacy is 44.10%.