Dharangaon Veer - Niphad, Nashik
Dharangaon Veer is a village situated in the Niphad tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niphad and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Dharangaon Veer village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharangaon Veer is 551350. The village covers a total geographical area of 1293.12 hectares and falls under the 422303 pincode. Yevla is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Dharangaon Veer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yevla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharangaon Veer
As per Census 2011, Dharangaon Veer village has a total population of 3,167 people, consisting of 1,635 males and 1,532 females. The village has 563 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 410 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,260 literate and 907 illiterate residents. Additionally, 301 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 293 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharangaon Veer are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,167 | 1,635 | 1,532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 410 | 224 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 301 | 154 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 293 | 134 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 2,260 | 1,257 | 1,003 |
| Illiterate Population | 907 | 378 | 529 |
Nearby Villages of Dharangaon Veer
Dharangaon Veer 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dharangaon Khadak | North-West | 2.25 km |
| Dhanore | East | 2.38 km |
| Rui | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Nandgaon | North-East | 3.92 km |
| Sarole Thadi | South | 3.97 km |
| Bokaddare | North | 4.27 km |
| Gajarwadi | West | 4.59 km |
| Dongargaon | North-East | 4.85 km |
| Nandur Madhyameshwar | South-West | 5.02 km |
| Vishnunagar | North | 5.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dharangaon Veer
Dharangaon Veer is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ugaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.6 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 Yevla to Dharangaon Veer is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Dharangaon Veer is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharangaon Veer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharangaon Veer village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dharangaon Veer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharangaon Veer 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dharangaon Veer
Where is Dharangaon Veer located?
Dharangaon Veer village is located in Niphad Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharangaon Veer?
Dharangaon Veer is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dharangaon Veer?
The pincode of Dharangaon Veer is 422303.
What is the population of Dharangaon Veer?
Dharangaon Veer has a total population of 3,167, including 1,635 males and 1,532 females.
How many households are there in Dharangaon Veer?
There are 563 households in Dharangaon Veer.
What is the literacy rate in Dharangaon Veer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharangaon Veer is 71.36%. Male literacy is 76.88% and female literacy is 65.47%.