Dhalgaon - Kavathemahankal, Sangli
Dhalgaon is a village situated in the Kavathemahankal tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kavathemahankal and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Agran Dhulagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhalgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhalgaon is 568772. The village covers a total geographical area of 2980 hectares and falls under the 416403 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Dhalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhalgaon
As per Census 2011, Dhalgaon village has a total population of 5,370 people, consisting of 2,761 males and 2,609 females. The village has 1,071 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 597 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,629 literate and 1,741 illiterate residents. Additionally, 863 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhalgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,370 | 2,761 | 2,609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 597 | 312 | 285 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 863 | 438 | 425 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 3,629 | 2,051 | 1,578 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,741 | 710 | 1,031 |
Nearby Villages of Dhalgaon
Dhalgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadamwadi | North | 2.86 km |
| Dhalewadi | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Arewadi | West | 4.22 km |
| Dorli | South-East | 4.32 km |
| Chudekhindi | East | 4.57 km |
| Nimaj | North | 4.59 km |
| Langarpeth | South-West | 6.06 km |
| Dudhebhavi | North-East | 6.44 km |
| Irali | South | 6.48 km |
| Chorochi | North-East | 6.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhalgaon
Dhalgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhalgaon, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Dhalgaon is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Dhalgaon is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhalgaon 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 Dhalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhalgaon 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 Dhalgaon
Where is Dhalgaon located?
Dhalgaon village is located in Kavathemahankal Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhalgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhalgaon is Agran Dhulagaon.
What is the pincode of Dhalgaon?
The pincode of Dhalgaon is 416403.
What is the population of Dhalgaon?
Dhalgaon has a total population of 5,370, including 2,761 males and 2,609 females.
How many households are there in Dhalgaon?
There are 1,071 households in Dhalgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dhalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhalgaon is 67.58%. Male literacy is 74.28% and female literacy is 60.48%.