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 Gram 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.
As per Census 2011, Dabhole Bk. village has a total population of 3,639 people, consisting of 1,713 males and 1,926 females. The village has 834 households and a sex ratio of 1,124 females per 1,000 males. There are 362 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,193 literate and 1,446 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dabhole Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,639 | 1,713 | 1,926 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 187 | 175 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Dabhole Bk.?
The Gram 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. has a total population of 3,639, including 1,713 males and 1,926 females.
How many households are there in Dabhole Bk.?
There are 834 households in Dabhole Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Dabhole Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dabhole Bk. is 60.26%. Male literacy is 69.41% and female literacy is 52.13%.