Dhamanshet - Mokhada, Palghar
Dhamanshet is a village situated in the Mokhada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 37 km from Mokhada and around 110 km from Thane. Dhamanshet village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhamanshet is 551986. The village covers a total geographical area of 1109 hectares and falls under the 401604 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dhamanshet 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 Dhamanshet
According to the 2011 Census, Dhamanshet village had a total population of 1,536 people, including 789 males and 747 females, living in 298 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.65%, with male literacy at 68.40% and female literacy at 48.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,480.
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 | 1,536 | 789 | 747 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 293 | 153 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 20 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,480 | 762 | 718 |
| Literate Population | 729 | 435 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 807 | 354 | 453 |
Nearby Villages of Dhamanshet
Dhamanshet 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 Dhamanshet
Dhamanshet is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Dhamanshet is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Dhamanshet is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhamanshet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhamanshet 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhamanshet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhamanshet 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 Dhamanshet
Where is Dhamanshet located?
Dhamanshet village is located in Mokhada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Dhamanshet?
Dhamanshet is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhamanshet?
The pincode of Dhamanshet is 401604.
What is the population of Dhamanshet?
Dhamanshet had a total population of 1,536, including 789 males and 747 females.
How many households are there in Dhamanshet?
Dhamanshet had 298 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhamanshet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhamanshet was 58.65%. Male literacy was 68.40% and female literacy was 48.43%.