Dandwal - Mokhada, Palghar
Dandwal is a village situated in the Mokhada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from Mokhada and around 125 km from Thane. Dandwal village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandwal is 551962. The village covers a total geographical area of 452.94 hectares and falls under the 401604 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Dandwal 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 Dandwal
According to the 2011 Census, Dandwal village had a total population of 972 people, including 488 males and 484 females, living in 199 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.00%, with male literacy at 56.28% and female literacy at 33.96%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 969.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 972 | 488 | 484 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 122 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 969 | 486 | 483 |
| Literate Population | 333 | 206 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 639 | 282 | 357 |
Nearby Villages of Dandwal
Dandwal 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 Dandwal
Dandwal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Jawhar to Dandwal is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Dandwal is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandwal 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 Dandwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandwal 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dandwal
Where is Dandwal located?
Dandwal village is located in Mokhada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Dandwal?
Dandwal is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dandwal?
The pincode of Dandwal is 401604.
What is the population of Dandwal?
Dandwal had a total population of 972, including 488 males and 484 females.
How many households are there in Dandwal?
Dandwal had 199 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dandwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandwal was 45.00%. Male literacy was 56.28% and female literacy was 33.96%.