Dapur - Sinnar, Nashik
Dapur is a village situated in the Sinnar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinnar and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Dapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dapur is 551230. The village covers a total geographical area of 2961.38 hectares and falls under the 422606 pincode. Sinnar is the nearest town, located about 13 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 Sinnar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dapur
As per Census 2011, Dapur village has a total population of 5,902 people, consisting of 2,929 males and 2,973 females. The village has 1,066 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 855 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,989 literate and 1,913 illiterate residents. Additionally, 187 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 945 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,902 | 2,929 | 2,973 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 855 | 444 | 411 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 89 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 945 | 472 | 473 |
| Literate Population | 3,989 | 2,197 | 1,792 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,913 | 732 | 1,181 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dattanagar | North | 2.46 km |
| Chapadgaon | South | 3.49 km |
| Dhulwad | South-West | 4.11 km |
| Dodi Kh. | East | 4.66 km |
| Ramnagar | North-West | 4.72 km |
| Shivajinagar | North-East | 5.00 km |
| Gonde | North | 5.42 km |
| Patole | North-West | 6.29 km |
| Chas | South-East | 6.36 km |
| Pimpale | South-West | 6.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dapur
Public transport in the Dapur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lahavit, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sinnar to Dapur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Dapur is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dapur
Where is Dapur located?
Dapur village is located in Sinnar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dapur?
Dapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dapur?
The pincode of Dapur is 422606.
What is the population of Dapur?
Dapur has a total population of 5,902, including 2,929 males and 2,973 females.
How many households are there in Dapur?
There are 1,066 households in Dapur.
What is the literacy rate in Dapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dapur is 67.59%. Male literacy is 75.01% and female literacy is 60.28%.