Dandegaon - Kalamnuri, Hingoli
Dandegaon is a village situated in the Kalamnuri tehsil of Hingoli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalamnuri and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Hingoli. Dandegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandegaon is 546245. The village covers a total geographical area of 1847.53 hectares and falls under the 431701 pincode. Balapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dandegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalamnuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dandegaon
As per Census 2011, Dandegaon village has a total population of 2,471 people, consisting of 1,268 males and 1,203 females. The village has 509 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 367 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,551 literate and 920 illiterate residents. Additionally, 449 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 860 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dandegaon are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Dandegaon
Dandegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pardi Kh | West | 2.69 km |
| Rameshwar Tanda | South-East | 2.95 km |
| Koparwadi | East | 3.37 km |
| Kothari | West | 3.99 km |
| Digras Bk. | South | 4.12 km |
| Jamb Tarf Sindgi | North | 4.18 km |
| Rameshwar | South | 4.26 km |
| Kanosa | South-West | 4.40 km |
| Maldhawanda | North-East | 4.41 km |
| Bothi | North-East | 4.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dandegaon
Public transport in the Dandegaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pangarshinde Halt, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balapur to Dandegaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hingoli to Dandegaon is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dandegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dandegaon
Where is Dandegaon located?
Dandegaon village is located in Kalamnuri Tehsil, Hingoli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandegaon?
Dandegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dandegaon?
The pincode of Dandegaon is 431701.
What is the population of Dandegaon?
Dandegaon has a total population of 2,471, including 1,268 males and 1,203 females.
How many households are there in Dandegaon?
There are 509 households in Dandegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dandegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandegaon is 62.77%. Male literacy is 69.32% and female literacy is 55.86%.