Dadhegaon - Ambad, Jalna
Dadhegaon is a village situated in the Ambad tehsil of Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambad and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Jalna. Dadhegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadhegaon is 547849. The village covers a total geographical area of 771.29 hectares and falls under the 431204 pincode. Ambad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dadhegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghansawangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Parbhani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dadhegaon
As per Census 2011, Dadhegaon village has a total population of 1,855 people, consisting of 972 males and 883 females. The village has 385 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 263 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,073 literate and 782 illiterate residents. Additionally, 368 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dadhegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,855 | 972 | 883 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 140 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 368 | 186 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,073 | 628 | 445 |
| Illiterate Population | 782 | 344 | 438 |
Nearby Villages of Dadhegaon
Dadhegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Math Tanda | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Shahapur | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Rewalgaon | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Lakhmapuri | East | 3.39 km |
| Zirpi Tanda | North | 3.92 km |
| Pithori Sirasgaon | South | 4.55 km |
| Kaudgaon | North-East | 5.06 km |
| Dhakalgaon | South-West | 5.83 km |
| Sukhapuri | East | 5.85 km |
| Baraswada | West | 6.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dadhegaon
Dadhegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kodi, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.0 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 Ambad to Dadhegaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalna to Dadhegaon is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dadhegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadhegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dadhegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadhegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dadhegaon
Where is Dadhegaon located?
Dadhegaon village is located in Ambad Tehsil, Jalna district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dadhegaon?
Dadhegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dadhegaon?
The pincode of Dadhegaon is 431204.
What is the population of Dadhegaon?
Dadhegaon has a total population of 1,855, including 972 males and 883 females.
How many households are there in Dadhegaon?
There are 385 households in Dadhegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dadhegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadhegaon is 57.84%. Male literacy is 64.61% and female literacy is 50.40%.