Dhamani - Ambegaon, Pune
Dhamani is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Dhamani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhamani is 555551. The village covers a total geographical area of 1393.71 hectares and falls under the 410508 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Dhamani 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 Dhamani
As per Census 2011, Dhamani village has a total population of 2,814 people, consisting of 1,384 males and 1,430 females. The village has 673 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 229 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,075 literate and 739 illiterate residents. Additionally, 181 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhamani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,814 | 1,384 | 1,430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 120 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 88 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 2,075 | 1,139 | 936 |
| Illiterate Population | 739 | 245 | 494 |
Nearby Villages of Dhamani
Dhamani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranmala | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Shirdale | South | 2.85 km |
| Mengadewadi | North-West | 3.28 km |
| Jarkarwadi | North-East | 4.18 km |
| Khadakwadi | South-East | 4.24 km |
| Pahaddara | East | 4.41 km |
| Wafegaon | South-West | 4.76 km |
| Awasari Bk. | North-West | 4.87 km |
| Loni | South-East | 4.95 km |
| Nirgoodsar | North | 5.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhamani
Public transport in the Dhamani is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chinchvad, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.9 km.
| 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 Junnar to Dhamani is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Dhamani is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhamani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhamani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhamani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhamani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhamani
Where is Dhamani located?
Dhamani village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhamani?
Dhamani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhamani?
The pincode of Dhamani is 410508.
What is the population of Dhamani?
Dhamani has a total population of 2,814, including 1,384 males and 1,430 females.
How many households are there in Dhamani?
There are 673 households in Dhamani.
What is the literacy rate in Dhamani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhamani is 73.74%. Male literacy is 82.30% and female literacy is 65.45%.