Dodheshwar - Baglan, Nashik
Dodheshwar is a village situated in the Baglan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satana and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Kolipada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dodheshwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dodheshwar is 550132. The village covers a total geographical area of 632 hectares and falls under the 423301 pincode. Satana is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dodheshwar 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 Dodheshwar
As per Census 2011, Dodheshwar village has a total population of 2,371 people, consisting of 1,227 males and 1,144 females. The village has 318 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 374 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,483 literate and 888 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,284 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dodheshwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,371 | 1,227 | 1,144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 374 | 189 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,284 | 657 | 627 |
| Literate Population | 1,483 | 857 | 626 |
| Illiterate Population | 888 | 370 | 518 |
Nearby Villages of Dodheshwar
Dodheshwar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karhe | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Kupkhede | North-East | 3.47 km |
| Ratir | East | 3.75 km |
| Kotbel | North-West | 3.98 km |
| Khirmani | North-East | 4.07 km |
| Fopir | North | 4.90 km |
| Nalkas | North-East | 5.20 km |
| Mulane | West | 5.42 km |
| Chaugaon | South-West | 5.49 km |
| Deolane | South-East | 5.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dodheshwar
Dodheshwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Manmad Jn, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.3 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 Satana to Dodheshwar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Dodheshwar 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 Dodheshwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dodheshwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dodheshwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dodheshwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dodheshwar
Where is Dodheshwar located?
Dodheshwar village is located in Baglan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dodheshwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dodheshwar is Kolipada.
What is the pincode of Dodheshwar?
The pincode of Dodheshwar is 423301.
What is the population of Dodheshwar?
Dodheshwar has a total population of 2,371, including 1,227 males and 1,144 females.
How many households are there in Dodheshwar?
There are 318 households in Dodheshwar.
What is the literacy rate in Dodheshwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dodheshwar is 62.55%. Male literacy is 69.85% and female literacy is 54.72%.