Dhamanand Gaonthan Village Overview
Dhamanand Gaonthan is a village in Khed tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It lies about 79 km from Khed tehsil headquarters and around 110 km from Ratnagiri district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Damanad is the Gram Panchayat for Dhamanand Gaonthan village.
The sections below provide essential information about Dhamanand Gaonthan village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhamanand Gaonthan is 565171. The village covers a geographical area of 103 hectares and has a pincode of 415718. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Dhamanand Gaonthan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head of the village. For political representation, the village falls under the Guhagar Vidhan Sabha constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency. The local administration looks after basic civic facilities and development activities within the village.
Location Map of Dhamanand Gaonthan
Population & Demographics of Dhamanand Gaonthan
This section provides population and demographic details of Dhamanand Gaonthan village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 557 | 280 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 18 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 445 | 252 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 28 | 84 |
Key population details of Dhamanand Gaonthan village are given below:
- Dhamanand Gaonthan village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 557, including approximately 280 males and 277 females, with a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 12 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 39 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Dhamanand Gaonthan village is high, with a literacy rate of about 79.89%.
- There are around 151 households in Dhamanand Gaonthan village.
Transport & Connectivity of Dhamanand Gaonthan
Transport facilities help residents of Dhamanand Gaonthan village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhamanand Gaonthan
The following villages are located close to Dhamanand Gaonthan and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhamanand Gaonthan
- Where is Dhamanand Gaonthan located?
- Dhamanand Gaonthan village is located in Khed Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhamanand Gaonthan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhamanand Gaonthan is Damanad (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Dhamanand Gaonthan?
- The pincode of Dhamanand Gaonthan is 415718.
- What is the population of Dhamanand Gaonthan?
- Dhamanand Gaonthan has a total population of 557, including 280 males and 277 females.
- How many households are there in Dhamanand Gaonthan?
- There are 151 households in Dhamanand Gaonthan.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhamanand Gaonthan?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhamanand Gaonthan is 79.89%. Male literacy is 90.00% and female literacy is 69.68%.