Dhondbar - Sinnar, Nashik
Dhondbar is a village situated in the Sinnar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinnar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Dhondbar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhondbar is 551215. The village covers a total geographical area of 1090.66 hectares and falls under the 422103 pincode. Sinnar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dhondbar 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 Dhondbar
As per Census 2011, Dhondbar village has a total population of 2,235 people, consisting of 1,151 males and 1,084 females. The village has 418 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 304 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,567 literate and 668 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,154 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhondbar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,235 | 1,151 | 1,084 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 166 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,154 | 1,109 | 1,045 |
| Literate Population | 1,567 | 891 | 676 |
| Illiterate Population | 668 | 260 | 408 |
Nearby Villages of Dhondbar
Dhondbar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aundhewadi | West | 2.77 km |
| Pachapattawadi | South-East | 3.49 km |
| Shivade | North-East | 3.77 km |
| Borkhind | North | 4.05 km |
| Konambe | East | 4.10 km |
| Tirdhe | South | 5.39 km |
| Ninavi | West | 5.58 km |
| Pimpalgaon Ghadaga | West | 5.79 km |
| Agas Khind | North-West | 6.08 km |
| Adwadi | South-East | 6.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhondbar
Dhondbar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 42.0 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 Sinnar to Dhondbar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Dhondbar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhondbar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhondbar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhondbar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhondbar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhondbar
Where is Dhondbar located?
Dhondbar village is located in Sinnar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhondbar?
Dhondbar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhondbar?
The pincode of Dhondbar is 422103.
What is the population of Dhondbar?
Dhondbar has a total population of 2,235, including 1,151 males and 1,084 females.
How many households are there in Dhondbar?
There are 418 households in Dhondbar.
What is the literacy rate in Dhondbar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhondbar is 70.11%. Male literacy is 77.41% and female literacy is 62.36%.