Dawangaon - Udgir, Latur
Dawangaon is a village situated in the Udgir tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udgir and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Dawangaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dawangaon is 561000. The village covers a total geographical area of 989.02 hectares and falls under the 413517 pincode. Udgir is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Dawangaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dawangaon
As per Census 2011, Dawangaon village has a total population of 2,720 people, consisting of 1,415 males and 1,305 females. The village has 500 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 398 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,764 literate and 956 illiterate residents. Additionally, 598 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dawangaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,720 | 1,415 | 1,305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 398 | 224 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 598 | 323 | 275 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,764 | 986 | 778 |
| Illiterate Population | 956 | 429 | 527 |
Nearby Villages of Dawangaon
Dawangaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Konali (n) | South | 2.49 km |
| Netragaon | East | 2.97 km |
| Shekapur | North | 3.24 km |
| Arasnal | West | 3.34 km |
| Yenki | East | 3.41 km |
| Karkheli | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Nagral | South-West | 3.73 km |
| Banshelki | North-East | 4.14 km |
| Manki | South-East | 4.79 km |
| Kamalwadi | South | 4.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dawangaon
Dawangaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Udgir, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udgir to Dawangaon is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Dawangaon is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dawangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dawangaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dawangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dawangaon 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 Dawangaon
Where is Dawangaon located?
Dawangaon village is located in Udgir Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dawangaon?
Dawangaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dawangaon?
The pincode of Dawangaon is 413517.
What is the population of Dawangaon?
Dawangaon has a total population of 2,720, including 1,415 males and 1,305 females.
How many households are there in Dawangaon?
There are 500 households in Dawangaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dawangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dawangaon is 64.85%. Male literacy is 69.68% and female literacy is 59.62%.