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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Dhamanshet village has a total population of 1,536 people, consisting of 789 males and 747 females. The village has 298 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 293 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 729 literate and 807 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,480 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhamanshet are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Dhamanshet?
Dhamanshet is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhamanshet?
The pincode of Dhamanshet is 401604.
What is the population of Dhamanshet?
Dhamanshet has a total population of 1,536, including 789 males and 747 females.
How many households are there in Dhamanshet?
There are 298 households in Dhamanshet.
What is the literacy rate in Dhamanshet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhamanshet is 47.46%. Male literacy is 55.13% and female literacy is 39.36%.