Dhobalewadi - Nilanga, Latur
Dhobalewadi is a village situated in the Nilanga tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nilanga and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Dhoblewadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhobalewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhobalewadi is 560723. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 413521 pincode. Nilanga is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Dhobalewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Latur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhobalewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Dhobalewadi village had a total population of 795 people, including 425 males and 370 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.21%, with male literacy at 87.61% and female literacy at 78.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 43.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 795 | 425 | 370 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 70 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 58 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 25 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 565 | 311 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 114 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Dhobalewadi
Dhobalewadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dhobalewadi
Dhobalewadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Nilanga to Dhobalewadi is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Dhobalewadi is about 40 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 Dhobalewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhobalewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhobalewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhobalewadi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhobalewadi
Where is Dhobalewadi located?
Dhobalewadi village is located in Nilanga Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhobalewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhobalewadi is Dhoblewadi.
What is the pincode of Dhobalewadi?
The pincode of Dhobalewadi is 413521.
What is the population of Dhobalewadi?
Dhobalewadi had a total population of 795, including 425 males and 370 females.
How many households are there in Dhobalewadi?
Dhobalewadi had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhobalewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhobalewadi was 83.21%. Male literacy was 87.61% and female literacy was 78.40%.