Dhakale - Ambegaon, Pune
Dhakale is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Dhakale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhakale is 555489. The village covers a total geographical area of 848 hectares and falls under the 412408 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Dhakale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhakale
As per Census 2011, Dhakale village has a total population of 636 people, consisting of 329 males and 307 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 458 literate and 178 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 309 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhakale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 636 | 329 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 309 | 170 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 458 | 271 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 58 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Dhakale
Dhakale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gawarwadi | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Ambedara | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Bursewadi | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Gundalwadi | West | 3.67 km |
| Sal | North-West | 3.70 km |
| Kadadhe | South | 3.72 km |
| Ghodegaon | North | 3.80 km |
| Talekarwadi | North-West | 4.59 km |
| Darakwadi | West | 5.37 km |
| Dhondmal Shindewadi | North-East | 5.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhakale
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dhakale. The nearest railway station is Talegaon, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.7 km.
| 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 Junnar to Dhakale is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Dhakale is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhakale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhakale 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhakale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhakale 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 Dhakale
Where is Dhakale located?
Dhakale village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhakale?
Dhakale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhakale?
The pincode of Dhakale is 412408.
What is the population of Dhakale?
Dhakale has a total population of 636, including 329 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Dhakale?
There are 140 households in Dhakale.
What is the literacy rate in Dhakale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhakale is 72.01%. Male literacy is 82.37% and female literacy is 60.91%.