Dhotre - Bhadgaon, Jalgaon
Dhotre is a village situated in the Bhadgaon tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhadgaon and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Anchalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhotre village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhotre is 527679. The village covers a total geographical area of 855 hectares and falls under the 424105 pincode. Pachora is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Dhotre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Erandol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhotre
As per Census 2011, Dhotre village has a total population of 578 people, consisting of 286 males and 292 females. The village has 121 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 312 literate and 266 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 179 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhotre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 578 | 286 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 38 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 84 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 312 | 188 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 98 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Dhotre
Dhotre 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aanchalgaon | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Talband | South | 2.55 km |
| Umare | North | 2.93 km |
| Vasantwadi | West | 3.47 km |
| Pimparkhed | South-East | 4.37 km |
| Adgaon | East | 4.51 km |
| Chahutre | North-West | 4.66 km |
| Malkhede Bk. | North | 4.77 km |
| Dhulpimpri | North-West | 4.85 km |
| Amadade | South | 5.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhotre
Dhotre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pardhande, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pachora to Dhotre is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Dhotre 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 Dhotre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhotre 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 Dhotre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhotre 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Dhotre
Where is Dhotre located?
Dhotre village is located in Bhadgaon Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhotre?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhotre is Anchalgaon.
What is the pincode of Dhotre?
The pincode of Dhotre is 424105.
What is the population of Dhotre?
Dhotre has a total population of 578, including 286 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Dhotre?
There are 121 households in Dhotre.
What is the literacy rate in Dhotre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhotre is 53.98%. Male literacy is 65.73% and female literacy is 42.47%.