Dabheel - Ajra, Kolhapur
Dabheel is a village situated in the Ajra tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ajra and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Dabhil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dabheel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dabheel is 567909. The village covers a total geographical area of 801 hectares and falls under the 416505 pincode. Gadhinglaj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dabheel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanagari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dabheel
As per Census 2011, Dabheel village has a total population of 1,171 people, consisting of 543 males and 628 females. The village has 278 households and a sex ratio of 1,156 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 679 literate and 492 illiterate residents. Additionally, 154 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dabheel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,171 | 543 | 628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 62 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 72 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 679 | 392 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 492 | 151 | 341 |
Nearby Villages of Dabheel
Dabheel 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shelap | South | 1.61 km |
| Vinayakwadi | East | 2.09 km |
| Karivade | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Deokandgaon | North-East | 3.18 km |
| Medhewadi | East | 3.43 km |
| Parpoli | South-West | 3.91 km |
| Antivade | North-West | 3.96 km |
| Dardewadi | South-East | 4.01 km |
| Gavase | South-East | 4.37 km |
| Devarde | North | 5.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dabheel
Public transport in the Dabheel is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Zarap, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.1 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 Gadhinglaj to Dabheel is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Dabheel is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dabheel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dabheel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dabheel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dabheel 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 Dabheel
Where is Dabheel located?
Dabheel village is located in Ajra Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dabheel?
The Gram Panchayat of Dabheel is Dabhil.
What is the pincode of Dabheel?
The pincode of Dabheel is 416505.
What is the population of Dabheel?
Dabheel has a total population of 1,171, including 543 males and 628 females.
How many households are there in Dabheel?
There are 278 households in Dabheel.
What is the literacy rate in Dabheel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dabheel is 57.98%. Male literacy is 72.19% and female literacy is 45.70%.