Davachwadi - Niphad, Nashik
Davachwadi is a village situated in the Niphad tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niphad and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Dawachwadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Davachwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Davachwadi is 551311. The village covers a total geographical area of 565.59 hectares and falls under the 422209 pincode. Nashik is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Davachwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niphad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Davachwadi
As per Census 2011, Davachwadi village has a total population of 2,821 people, consisting of 1,436 males and 1,385 females. The village has 524 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 348 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,144 literate and 677 illiterate residents. Additionally, 225 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 312 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Davachwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,821 | 1,436 | 1,385 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 348 | 178 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 111 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 312 | 153 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 2,144 | 1,167 | 977 |
| Illiterate Population | 677 | 269 | 408 |
Nearby Villages of Davachwadi
Davachwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karsul | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Panchkeshwar | East | 2.61 km |
| Deopur | South-East | 2.63 km |
| Kumbhari | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Lonwadi | North-West | 3.20 km |
| Raulas | South | 3.45 km |
| Palkhed | North | 3.58 km |
| Narayantembhi | West | 4.02 km |
| Nandurdi | South-East | 4.26 km |
| Vadalinajik | South-West | 4.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Davachwadi
Davachwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Niphad, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nashik to Davachwadi is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Davachwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Davachwadi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Davachwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Davachwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Davachwadi
Where is Davachwadi located?
Davachwadi village is located in Niphad Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Davachwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Davachwadi is Dawachwadi.
What is the pincode of Davachwadi?
The pincode of Davachwadi is 422209.
What is the population of Davachwadi?
Davachwadi has a total population of 2,821, including 1,436 males and 1,385 females.
How many households are there in Davachwadi?
There are 524 households in Davachwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Davachwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Davachwadi is 76.00%. Male literacy is 81.27% and female literacy is 70.54%.