Daskod Village - Jawhar, Palghar
Daskod is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Jawhar and around 124 km from Thane. Daskod village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daskod is 551869. The village covers a total geographical area of 328 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Daskod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daskod
As per Census 2011, Daskod village has a total population of 492 people, consisting of 250 males and 242 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 192 literate and 300 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 483 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daskod are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 492 | 250 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 31 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 483 | 244 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 125 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 125 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Daskod
Daskod is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Daskod
Public transport in the Daskod is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jawhar to Daskod is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Daskod is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daskod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daskod village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Daskod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daskod 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 Daskod
Where is Daskod located?
Daskod village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daskod?
Daskod is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Daskod?
The pincode of Daskod is 401603.
What is the population of Daskod?
Daskod has a total population of 492, including 250 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Daskod?
There are 131 households in Daskod.
What is the literacy rate in Daskod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daskod is 39.02%. Male literacy is 50.00% and female literacy is 27.69%.