Dundhe - Malegaon, Nashik
Dundhe is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Dundhe village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dundhe is 550217. The village covers a total geographical area of 1292 hectares and falls under the 423108 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Dundhe 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 Dundhe
As per Census 2011, Dundhe village has a total population of 2,064 people, consisting of 1,087 males and 977 females. The village has 498 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 291 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,479 literate and 585 illiterate residents. Additionally, 228 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 337 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dundhe are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,064 | 1,087 | 977 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 168 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 113 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 337 | 182 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 1,479 | 836 | 643 |
| Illiterate Population | 585 | 251 | 334 |
Nearby Villages of Dundhe
Dundhe 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Surane | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Vaygaon | North | 3.03 km |
| Talwade | South | 3.25 km |
| Deolane | West | 4.74 km |
| Satmane | East | 5.14 km |
| Kothare Bk. | North | 5.49 km |
| Pandharun | South | 5.85 km |
| Sawatawadi | North-East | 6.06 km |
| Ratir | North-West | 6.52 km |
| Yashawantnagar | South-West | 6.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dundhe
Dundhe is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Manmad Jn, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.0 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 Dundhe is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Dundhe 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 Dundhe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dundhe village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dundhe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dundhe village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dundhe
Where is Dundhe located?
Dundhe village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dundhe?
Dundhe is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dundhe?
The pincode of Dundhe is 423108.
What is the population of Dundhe?
Dundhe has a total population of 2,064, including 1,087 males and 977 females.
How many households are there in Dundhe?
There are 498 households in Dundhe.
What is the literacy rate in Dundhe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dundhe is 71.66%. Male literacy is 76.91% and female literacy is 65.81%.