Dhamod Village - Radhanagari, Kolhapur
Dhamod is a village situated in the Radhanagari tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Radhanagari and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Dhamod village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhamod is 567563. The village covers a total geographical area of 1107 hectares and falls under the 416211 pincode. Kolhapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dhamod 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 Dhamod
As per Census 2011, Dhamod village has a total population of 4,261 people, consisting of 2,255 males and 2,006 females. The village has 879 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 424 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,973 literate and 1,288 illiterate residents. Additionally, 388 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhamod are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,261 | 2,255 | 2,006 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 424 | 239 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 388 | 192 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,973 | 1,759 | 1,214 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,288 | 496 | 792 |
Nearby Villages of Dhamod
Dhamod 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ladwadi | North | 1.70 km |
| Chafodi T.tarale | East | 2.39 km |
| Burambali | South-West | 2.61 km |
| Rashiwade Kh. | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Shirgaon | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Kote | North | 3.34 km |
| Mohade | East | 3.42 km |
| Pungoan | East | 3.70 km |
| Chande | North-East | 3.72 km |
| Musalwadi | South | 3.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhamod
Dhamod is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is C Shahu M Raj Kolhapur Term, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.6 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 Kolhapur to Dhamod is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhamod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhamod village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhamod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhamod 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 Dhamod
Where is Dhamod located?
Dhamod village is located in Radhanagari Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhamod?
Dhamod is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhamod?
The pincode of Dhamod is 416211.
What is the population of Dhamod?
Dhamod has a total population of 4,261, including 2,255 males and 2,006 females.
How many households are there in Dhamod?
There are 879 households in Dhamod.
What is the literacy rate in Dhamod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhamod is 69.77%. Male literacy is 78.00% and female literacy is 60.52%.