Darhel - Nandgaon, Nashik
Darhel is a village situated in the Nandgaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandgaon and around 113 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Darhel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darhel is 550306. The village covers a total geographical area of 1107 hectares and falls under the 423212 pincode. Manmad is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Darhel 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 Darhel
As per Census 2011, Darhel village has a total population of 1,211 people, consisting of 635 males and 576 females. The village has 206 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 217 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 722 literate and 489 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 193 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darhel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,211 | 635 | 576 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 108 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 193 | 94 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 722 | 433 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 489 | 202 | 287 |
Nearby Villages of Darhel
Darhel 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Boygaon | West | 2.46 km |
| Bhardi | South-West | 3.31 km |
| Dhaner | South | 3.41 km |
| Nimbait | North-East | 3.60 km |
| Kondhar | South-East | 4.56 km |
| Nandur | East | 4.57 km |
| Chondhi | West | 4.65 km |
| Navsari | South-West | 5.08 km |
| Khadgaon | South-West | 6.84 km |
| Jatpade | North-East | 7.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darhel
Darhel 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 60.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manmad to Darhel is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Darhel is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darhel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darhel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darhel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darhel 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darhel
Where is Darhel located?
Darhel village is located in Nandgaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darhel?
Darhel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darhel?
The pincode of Darhel is 423212.
What is the population of Darhel?
Darhel has a total population of 1,211, including 635 males and 576 females.
How many households are there in Darhel?
There are 206 households in Darhel.
What is the literacy rate in Darhel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darhel is 59.62%. Male literacy is 68.19% and female literacy is 50.17%.