Dahiwad - Chalisgaon, Jalgaon
Dahiwad is a village situated in the Chalisgaon tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chalisgaon and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Dahiwad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahiwad is 527726. The village covers a total geographical area of 1909.65 hectares and falls under the 424106 pincode. Chalisgaon is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dahiwad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dahiwad
As per Census 2011, Dahiwad village has a total population of 4,802 people, consisting of 2,522 males and 2,280 females. The village has 1,063 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 535 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,179 literate and 1,623 illiterate residents. Additionally, 882 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 196 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dahiwad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,802 | 2,522 | 2,280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 535 | 288 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 882 | 470 | 412 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 196 | 114 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 3,179 | 1,831 | 1,348 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,623 | 691 | 932 |
Nearby Villages of Dahiwad
Dahiwad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sundarnagar | West | 2.80 km |
| Chinchgavhan | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Rajmane | North-East | 3.36 km |
| Khadaki Seem | South | 4.02 km |
| Dhamangaon | East | 4.14 km |
| Mordad Tanda | North | 4.82 km |
| Londhe | South-West | 4.84 km |
| Kadhare | South | 5.47 km |
| Palasare | South | 5.78 km |
| Kalamadu | North-East | 6.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dahiwad
Dahiwad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rajmane, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chalisgaon to Dahiwad is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Dahiwad is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dahiwad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dahiwad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dahiwad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dahiwad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dahiwad
Where is Dahiwad located?
Dahiwad village is located in Chalisgaon Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahiwad?
Dahiwad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dahiwad?
The pincode of Dahiwad is 424106.
What is the population of Dahiwad?
Dahiwad has a total population of 4,802, including 2,522 males and 2,280 females.
How many households are there in Dahiwad?
There are 1,063 households in Dahiwad.
What is the literacy rate in Dahiwad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahiwad is 66.20%. Male literacy is 72.60% and female literacy is 59.12%.