Dandegaon
Dandegaon is a village located in Kalamnuri tehsil of Hingoli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 48km away from sub-district headquarter Kalamnuri (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Hingoli. As per 2009 stats, Dandegaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dandegaon unique in its vibrant Kalamnuri-Hingoli region. You’ll see Dandegaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dandegaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dandegaon is 546245. The village spans a total geographical area of 1847.53 hectares. Balapur is nearest town to Dandegaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dandegaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kalamnuri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dandegaon
Population of Dandegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dandegaon has a total population of about 2,471, with approximately 1,268 males and 1,203 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 367 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 449 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 860. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.77%, with male literacy at about 69.32% and female literacy near 55.86%. There are around 509 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dandegaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,471 | 1,268 | 1,203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 367 | 190 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 449 | 235 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 860 | 433 | 427 |
| Literate Population | 1,551 | 879 | 672 |
| Illiterate Population | 920 | 389 | 531 |
Connectivity of Dandegaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dandegaon. As per the 2011 stats, Dandegaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dandegaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Dandegaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dandegaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dandegaon
- Where is Dandegaon located?
- Dandegaon village is situated in Kalamnuri Tehsil, within the Hingoli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dandegaon?
- Dandegaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dandegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dandegaon is 2,471, with 1,268 males and 1,203 females.
- How many households are there in Dandegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dandegaon village has a total of 509 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dandegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dandegaon is 62.77%. The male literacy rate is 69.32%, while the female literacy rate is 55.86%.