Daundat - Igatpuri, Nashik
Daundat is a village situated in the Igatpuri tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Igatpuri and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Daundat village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daundat is 551066. The village covers a total geographical area of 315 hectares and falls under the 422402 pincode. Igatpuri is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Daundat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Igatpuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daundat
According to the 2011 Census, Daundat village had a total population of 1,082 people, including 549 males and 533 females, living in 181 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.77%, with male literacy at 85.92% and female literacy at 69.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 76.
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 | 1,082 | 549 | 533 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 52 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 36 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 752 | 427 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 330 | 122 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Daundat
Daundat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Umbarkon | North-East | 1.48 km |
| Deole | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Ubhade | East | 1.96 km |
| Khambale | West | 3.22 km |
| Manikkhamb | North-West | 3.29 km |
| Khairgaon | South | 3.49 km |
| Somaj | East | 3.58 km |
| Waghere | North-East | 4.17 km |
| Mundegaon | North | 4.81 km |
| Waki | West | 4.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daundat
Daundat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ghoti, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.1 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 Igatpuri to Daundat is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Daundat is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daundat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daundat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Daundat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daundat 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Daundat
Where is Daundat located?
Daundat village is located in Igatpuri Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Daundat?
Daundat is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Daundat?
The pincode of Daundat is 422402.
What is the population of Daundat?
Daundat had a total population of 1,082, including 549 males and 533 females.
How many households are there in Daundat?
Daundat had 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daundat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daundat was 77.77%. Male literacy was 85.92% and female literacy was 69.15%.