Dhulwad - Sinnar, Nashik
Dhulwad is a village situated in the Sinnar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinnar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Dhulwad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhulwad is 551229. The village covers a total geographical area of 1697.48 hectares and falls under the 422103 pincode. Sinnar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Dhulwad 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 Dhulwad
As per Census 2011, Dhulwad village has a total population of 1,380 people, consisting of 726 males and 654 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 857 literate and 523 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 246 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhulwad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,380 | 726 | 654 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 99 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 246 | 123 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 857 | 512 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 523 | 214 | 309 |
Nearby Villages of Dhulwad
Dhulwad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pimpale | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Chapadgaon | South-East | 3.30 km |
| Hivare | West | 3.90 km |
| Dapur | North-East | 4.11 km |
| Sonewadi | South | 4.96 km |
| Ramnagar | North | 5.06 km |
| Krishnanagar | North-West | 5.17 km |
| Dattanagar | North-East | 6.01 km |
| Patole | North | 6.56 km |
| Bhojapur | South-East | 6.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhulwad
Dhulwad 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 30.1 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 Dhulwad is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Dhulwad is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhulwad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhulwad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhulwad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhulwad 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhulwad
Where is Dhulwad located?
Dhulwad village is located in Sinnar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhulwad?
Dhulwad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhulwad?
The pincode of Dhulwad is 422103.
What is the population of Dhulwad?
Dhulwad has a total population of 1,380, including 726 males and 654 females.
How many households are there in Dhulwad?
There are 217 households in Dhulwad.
What is the literacy rate in Dhulwad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhulwad is 62.10%. Male literacy is 70.52% and female literacy is 52.75%.