Davha - Umred, Nagpur
Davha is a village situated in the Umred tehsil of Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umred and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Nagpur. Davha village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Davha is 536172. The village covers a total geographical area of 660.88 hectares and falls under the 441203 pincode. Nagpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Davha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umred Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramtek Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Davha
According to the 2011 Census, Davha village had a total population of 752 people, including 384 males and 368 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.21%, with male literacy at 90.94% and female literacy at 75.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 188, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 309.
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 | 752 | 384 | 368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 53 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 98 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 309 | 151 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 550 | 301 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 83 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Davha
Davha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wagholi (davha) (rithi) | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Dahegaon | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Sindi Vihari | South-West | 2.61 km |
| Khapri (ku) | West | 2.78 km |
| Jambhalapani | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Saiki | North-East | 3.12 km |
| Fukeshwar | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Dudha | North | 3.57 km |
| Garamsur (ri) | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Umri (ri) | South | 4.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Davha
Public transport in the Davha is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Buti Bori, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.3 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 Nagpur to Davha is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Davha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Davha 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 Davha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Davha 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 Davha
Where is Davha located?
Davha village is located in Umred Tehsil, Nagpur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Davha?
Davha is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Davha?
The pincode of Davha is 441203.
What is the population of Davha?
Davha had a total population of 752, including 384 males and 368 females.
How many households are there in Davha?
Davha had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Davha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Davha was 83.21%. Male literacy was 90.94% and female literacy was 75.45%.