Dabhadi - Malegaon, Nashik
Dabhadi is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 117 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Dabhadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dabhadi is 550230. The village covers a total geographical area of 3010 hectares and falls under the 423201 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dabhadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dabhadi
As per Census 2011, Dabhadi village has a total population of 17,832 people, consisting of 9,278 males and 8,554 females. The village has 3,668 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,346 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 12,584 literate and 5,248 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,321 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,176 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dabhadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,832 | 9,278 | 8,554 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,346 | 1,293 | 1,053 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,321 | 695 | 626 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,176 | 2,109 | 2,067 |
| Literate Population | 12,584 | 7,060 | 5,524 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,248 | 2,218 | 3,030 |
Nearby Villages of Dabhadi
Dabhadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patane | South | 4.00 km |
| Pimpalgaon | North-West | 4.01 km |
| Nilgavhan | North-East | 4.57 km |
| Tehare | South-East | 5.26 km |
| Kashti | North | 5.36 km |
| Aghar Bk | West | 6.16 km |
| Jalgaon (ga.) | North-West | 6.42 km |
| Aghar Kh | South-West | 6.88 km |
| Mungase | South | 7.05 km |
| Belgaon | West | 7.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dabhadi
Dabhadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hisvahal, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malegaon to Dabhadi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Dabhadi is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dabhadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dabhadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dabhadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dabhadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dabhadi
Where is Dabhadi located?
Dabhadi village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dabhadi?
Dabhadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dabhadi?
The pincode of Dabhadi is 423201.
What is the population of Dabhadi?
Dabhadi has a total population of 17,832, including 9,278 males and 8,554 females.
How many households are there in Dabhadi?
There are 3,668 households in Dabhadi.
What is the literacy rate in Dabhadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dabhadi is 70.57%. Male literacy is 76.09% and female literacy is 64.58%.