Dhawali - Mahabaleshwar, Satara
Dhawali is a village situated in the Mahabaleshwar tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahabaleshwar and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Umbari serves as the Village Panchayat for Dhawali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhawali is 563021. The village covers a total geographical area of 121 hectares and falls under the 412806 pincode. Wai is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Dhawali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhawali
According to the 2011 Census, Dhawali village had a total population of 182 people, including 97 males and 85 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.91%, with male literacy at 85.23% and female literacy at 54.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 182 | 97 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 75 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 22 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Dhawali
Dhawali is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dhawali
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dhawali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wai to Dhawali is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Dhawali is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhawali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhawali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhawali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhawali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhawali
Where is Dhawali located?
Dhawali village is located in Mahabaleshwar Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Dhawali?
The Village Panchayat of Dhawali is Umbari.
What is the pincode of Dhawali?
The pincode of Dhawali is 412806.
What is the population of Dhawali?
Dhawali had a total population of 182, including 97 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Dhawali?
Dhawali had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhawali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhawali was 70.91%. Male literacy was 85.23% and female literacy was 54.55%.