Daswel - Baglan, Nashik
Daswel is a village situated in the Baglan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satana and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Daswel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daswel is 550025. The village covers a total geographical area of 764 hectares and falls under the 423302 pincode. Satana is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Daswel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baglan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daswel
As per Census 2011, Daswel village has a total population of 1,945 people, consisting of 974 males and 971 females. The village has 370 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 301 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,457 literate and 488 illiterate residents. Additionally, 103 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 648 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daswel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,945 | 974 | 971 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 155 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 42 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 648 | 312 | 336 |
| Literate Population | 1,457 | 758 | 699 |
| Illiterate Population | 488 | 216 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Daswel
Daswel 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tungan Digar | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Pimpalkothe | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Bhadane | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Kathagad | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Katarwel | North | 3.49 km |
| Shevare | South-West | 4.01 km |
| Taharabad | South | 5.21 km |
| Daregaon | North-East | 5.23 km |
| Raver | South | 5.32 km |
| Bhilwad | West | 5.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daswel
Daswel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kolda, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.1 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 Satana to Daswel is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Daswel is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daswel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daswel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Daswel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daswel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Daswel
Where is Daswel located?
Daswel village is located in Baglan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daswel?
Daswel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Daswel?
The pincode of Daswel is 423302.
What is the population of Daswel?
Daswel has a total population of 1,945, including 974 males and 971 females.
How many households are there in Daswel?
There are 370 households in Daswel.
What is the literacy rate in Daswel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daswel is 74.91%. Male literacy is 77.82% and female literacy is 71.99%.