Dudhad - Himayatnagar, Nanded
Dudhad is a village situated in the Himayatnagar tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 85 km from the tehsil headquarters in Himayatnagar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Dudhad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudhad is 544444. The village covers a total geographical area of 3304 hectares and falls under the 431802 pincode. Hadgoan is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dudhad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hadgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dudhad
As per Census 2011, Dudhad village has a total population of 1,101 people, consisting of 556 males and 545 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 735 literate and 366 illiterate residents. Additionally, 342 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dudhad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,101 | 556 | 545 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 65 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 342 | 170 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 18 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 735 | 409 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 366 | 147 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Dudhad
Dudhad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Walkyachiwadi | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Bhondni Borgoan | West | 3.63 km |
| Pawana Tanda | East | 4.05 km |
| Karanji | North | 4.33 km |
| Wai Tanda | South-West | 4.38 km |
| Wai | South-West | 4.65 km |
| Sonari | North-West | 4.67 km |
| Bhurbhushi | South | 4.77 km |
| Maldari | South-West | 4.94 km |
| Amthana | South-East | 5.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dudhad
Dudhad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Julgaon Deccan, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hadgoan to Dudhad is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Dudhad is about 65 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 Dudhad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudhad 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dudhad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dudhad 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dudhad
Where is Dudhad located?
Dudhad village is located in Himayatnagar Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dudhad?
Dudhad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dudhad?
The pincode of Dudhad is 431802.
What is the population of Dudhad?
Dudhad has a total population of 1,101, including 556 males and 545 females.
How many households are there in Dudhad?
There are 226 households in Dudhad.
What is the literacy rate in Dudhad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudhad is 66.76%. Male literacy is 73.56% and female literacy is 59.82%.