Dapur - Malegaon, Nashik
Dapur is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 134 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Dapure serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dapur is 550288. The village covers a total geographical area of 945.59 hectares and falls under the 423205 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Dapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nandgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dapur
As per Census 2011, Dapur village has a total population of 1,370 people, consisting of 695 males and 675 females. The village has 263 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 199 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 724 literate and 646 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 520 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,370 | 695 | 675 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 99 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 520 | 259 | 261 |
| Literate Population | 724 | 417 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 646 | 278 | 368 |
Nearby Villages of Dapur
Dapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalwadi | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Sakur | South-East | 3.45 km |
| Padalde | North-West | 3.97 km |
| Deoghat | North-East | 3.97 km |
| Sherul | North | 4.83 km |
| Sevanagar | East | 4.99 km |
| Chinchagavhan | South-West | 5.66 km |
| Mandurne | South-East | 5.93 km |
| Ramnagar | East | 6.39 km |
| Visapur | East | 6.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dapur
Dapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mordad Tanda, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.5 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 Dapur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Dapur is about 134 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dapur 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 Dapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dapur 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 Dapur
Where is Dapur located?
Dapur village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dapur is Dapure.
What is the pincode of Dapur?
The pincode of Dapur is 423205.
What is the population of Dapur?
Dapur has a total population of 1,370, including 695 males and 675 females.
How many households are there in Dapur?
There are 263 households in Dapur.
What is the literacy rate in Dapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dapur is 52.85%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 45.48%.