Dondwade - Jamner, Jalgaon
Dondwade is a village situated in the Jamner tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamner and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Donwade serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dondwade village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dondwade is 528060. The village covers a total geographical area of 296.2 hectares and falls under the 424204 pincode. Jalgaon is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Dondwade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dondwade
As per Census 2011, Dondwade village has a total population of 1,041 people, consisting of 538 males and 503 females. The village has 210 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 771 literate and 270 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 74 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dondwade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,041 | 538 | 503 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 64 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 38 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 771 | 428 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 270 | 110 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Dondwade
Dondwade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ekulti Kh | North | 1.74 km |
| Chilgaon | South | 2.25 km |
| Ekulti Bk. | West | 2.34 km |
| Jogal Khede | North | 3.31 km |
| Kharchane | North-East | 3.66 km |
| Shahapure | West | 4.48 km |
| Sangavi | South-East | 4.98 km |
| Lakholi | North | 4.98 km |
| Kasampura | North-West | 5.02 km |
| Nachan Khede | North | 5.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dondwade
Dondwade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jamner, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.8 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 Jalgaon to Dondwade is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dondwade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dondwade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dondwade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dondwade 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dondwade
Where is Dondwade located?
Dondwade village is located in Jamner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dondwade?
The Gram Panchayat of Dondwade is Donwade.
What is the pincode of Dondwade?
The pincode of Dondwade is 424204.
What is the population of Dondwade?
Dondwade has a total population of 1,041, including 538 males and 503 females.
How many households are there in Dondwade?
There are 210 households in Dondwade.
What is the literacy rate in Dondwade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dondwade is 74.06%. Male literacy is 79.55% and female literacy is 68.19%.