Dahigaon - Pachora, Jalgaon
Dahigaon is a village situated in the Pachora tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachora and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Dahigaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahigaon is 527864. The village covers a total geographical area of 585.04 hectares and falls under the 425116 pincode. Erandol is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dahigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dahigaon
As per Census 2011, Dahigaon village has a total population of 1,822 people, consisting of 940 males and 882 females. The village has 455 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,233 literate and 589 illiterate residents. Additionally, 174 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 342 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dahigaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,822 | 940 | 882 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 91 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 90 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 342 | 180 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 1,233 | 729 | 504 |
| Illiterate Population | 589 | 211 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Dahigaon
Dahigaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dokalkheda | South | 1.28 km |
| Pimpri Sim | West | 2.28 km |
| Waghlud Sim | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Mahiji | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Pathari | East | 3.02 km |
| Bornar | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Bhatkhede | West | 3.91 km |
| Samner | South-East | 3.93 km |
| Domgaon | North-East | 4.50 km |
| Hanmantkhede Sim | South-West | 4.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dahigaon
Dahigaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mhasavad, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.0 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Erandol to Dahigaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Dahigaon is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dahigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dahigaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dahigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dahigaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dahigaon
Where is Dahigaon located?
Dahigaon village is located in Pachora Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahigaon?
Dahigaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dahigaon?
The pincode of Dahigaon is 425116.
What is the population of Dahigaon?
Dahigaon has a total population of 1,822, including 940 males and 882 females.
How many households are there in Dahigaon?
There are 455 households in Dahigaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dahigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahigaon is 67.67%. Male literacy is 77.55% and female literacy is 57.14%.