Dahidi - Malegaon, Nashik
Dahidi is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Dahidi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahidi is 550183. The village covers a total geographical area of 4476 hectares and falls under the 423205 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dahidi 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 Dahidi
As per Census 2011, Dahidi village has a total population of 2,354 people, consisting of 1,226 males and 1,128 females. The village has 471 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 359 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,371 literate and 983 illiterate residents. Additionally, 67 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 623 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dahidi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,354 | 1,226 | 1,128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 182 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 34 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 623 | 319 | 304 |
| Literate Population | 1,371 | 798 | 573 |
| Illiterate Population | 983 | 428 | 555 |
Nearby Villages of Dahidi
Dahidi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tinghari | North | 4.77 km |
| Vanpat | North-East | 5.24 km |
| Karanjgavhan | South | 5.56 km |
| Hatane | South | 5.79 km |
| Tokade | South-East | 6.59 km |
| Rajmane | East | 6.84 km |
| Garbad | West | 6.85 km |
| Galne | North | 7.15 km |
| Kukane | South-West | 7.55 km |
| Lulle | North-West | 7.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dahidi
Dahidi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mohadi Pragane Laling, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.4 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 Malegaon to Dahidi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Dahidi is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dahidi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dahidi 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dahidi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dahidi 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 Dahidi
Where is Dahidi located?
Dahidi village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahidi?
Dahidi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dahidi?
The pincode of Dahidi is 423205.
What is the population of Dahidi?
Dahidi has a total population of 2,354, including 1,226 males and 1,128 females.
How many households are there in Dahidi?
There are 471 households in Dahidi.
What is the literacy rate in Dahidi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahidi is 58.24%. Male literacy is 65.09% and female literacy is 50.80%.