Dapegaon - Ausa, Latur
Dapegaon is a village situated in the Ausa tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ausa and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Dapegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dapegaon is 560685. The village covers a total geographical area of 550 hectares and falls under the 413520 pincode. Ausa is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Dapegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ausa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dapegaon
As per Census 2011, Dapegaon village has a total population of 1,696 people, consisting of 884 males and 812 females. The village has 354 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 183 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,181 literate and 515 illiterate residents. Additionally, 484 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dapegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,696 | 884 | 812 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 97 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 484 | 257 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 1,181 | 676 | 505 |
| Illiterate Population | 515 | 208 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Dapegaon
Dapegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jawalga Pomadevi | South | 2.57 km |
| Masalga Kh. | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Gadhawewadi | East | 3.30 km |
| Nagarsoga | North | 3.71 km |
| Tungi Bk. | North-West | 3.94 km |
| Tapsechincholi | South-East | 4.65 km |
| Wanwada | North-West | 5.18 km |
| Haregaon | South | 5.43 km |
| Dautpur | North-East | 5.47 km |
| Malumbra | West | 5.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dapegaon
Dapegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Harangul, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.3 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 Ausa to Dapegaon is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Dapegaon is about 32 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 Dapegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dapegaon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dapegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dapegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dapegaon
Where is Dapegaon located?
Dapegaon village is located in Ausa Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dapegaon?
Dapegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dapegaon?
The pincode of Dapegaon is 413520.
What is the population of Dapegaon?
Dapegaon has a total population of 1,696, including 884 males and 812 females.
How many households are there in Dapegaon?
There are 354 households in Dapegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dapegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dapegaon is 69.63%. Male literacy is 76.47% and female literacy is 62.19%.