Dabhole Bk. - Sangameshwar, Ratnagiri
Dabhole Bk. is a village situated in the Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 82 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devrukh and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Dabhole serves as the Village Panchayat for Dabhole Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dabhole Bk. is 565866. The village covers a total geographical area of 1884 hectares and falls under the 415803 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Dabhole Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dabhole Bk.
According to the 2011 Census, Dabhole Bk. village had a total population of 3,639 people, including 1,713 males and 1,926 females, living in 834 households. The sex ratio was 1,124 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.92%, with male literacy at 77.92% and female literacy at 57.34%.
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 | 3,639 | 1,713 | 1,926 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 187 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,193 | 1,189 | 1,004 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,446 | 524 | 922 |
Nearby Villages of Dabhole Bk.
Dabhole Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Borivale | South | 2.44 km |
| Medhe Tarf Devale | East | 3.23 km |
| Tivare Tarf Devale | South-East | 3.61 km |
| Jangalwadi | West | 3.66 km |
| Dabhole Kh. | South-West | 3.77 km |
| Kankadi | North | 3.77 km |
| Morde | North-East | 4.23 km |
| Devale | West | 4.51 km |
| Salpe | South-East | 4.59 km |
| Meghi | North-West | 4.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dabhole Bk.
Dabhole Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Adavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.0 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 Ratnagiri to Dabhole Bk. is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dabhole Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dabhole Bk. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dabhole Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dabhole Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dabhole Bk.
Where is Dabhole Bk. located?
Dabhole Bk. village is located in Sangameshwar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Dabhole Bk.?
The Village Panchayat of Dabhole Bk. is Dabhole.
What is the pincode of Dabhole Bk.?
The pincode of Dabhole Bk. is 415803.
What is the population of Dabhole Bk.?
Dabhole Bk. had a total population of 3,639, including 1,713 males and 1,926 females.
How many households are there in Dabhole Bk.?
Dabhole Bk. had 834 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dabhole Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dabhole Bk. was 66.92%. Male literacy was 77.92% and female literacy was 57.34%.