Dhulgaon - Tasgaon, Sangli
Dhulgaon is a village situated in the Tasgaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tasgaon and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Dhulgaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhulgaon is 568676. The village covers a total geographical area of 778.48 hectares and falls under the 416420 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Dhulgaon 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 Dhulgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dhulgaon village had a total population of 2,381 people, including 1,219 males and 1,162 females, living in 530 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.47%, with male literacy at 93.36% and female literacy at 79.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 351, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 2,381 | 1,219 | 1,162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 149 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 172 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,821 | 999 | 822 |
| Illiterate Population | 560 | 220 | 340 |
Nearby Villages of Dhulgaon
Dhulgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sambarwadi | South-West | 1.85 km |
| Kanchanpur | South | 2.50 km |
| Kumathe | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Rasulwadi | South-West | 3.39 km |
| Patgaon | East | 3.69 km |
| Soni | North-East | 3.74 km |
| Kalambi | South | 4.09 km |
| Manmodi | South-East | 4.86 km |
| Upalavi | North | 4.94 km |
| Kanadwadi | South | 5.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhulgaon
Dhulgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nandre, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Dhulgaon is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Dhulgaon is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhulgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhulgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhulgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhulgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhulgaon
Where is Dhulgaon located?
Dhulgaon village is located in Tasgaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Dhulgaon?
Dhulgaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhulgaon?
The pincode of Dhulgaon is 416420.
What is the population of Dhulgaon?
Dhulgaon had a total population of 2,381, including 1,219 males and 1,162 females.
How many households are there in Dhulgaon?
Dhulgaon had 530 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhulgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhulgaon was 86.47%. Male literacy was 93.36% and female literacy was 79.34%.