Dudhgaon - Mahabaleshwar, Satara
Dudhgaon is a village situated in the Mahabaleshwar tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahabaleshwar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Dudhgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudhgaon is 562949. The village covers a total geographical area of 445.21 hectares and falls under the 412806 pincode. Mahabaleshwar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Dudhgaon 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 Dudhgaon
As per Census 2011, Dudhgaon village has a total population of 268 people, consisting of 126 males and 142 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 1,126 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 171 literate and 97 illiterate residents. Additionally, 126 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dudhgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 268 | 126 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 55 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 91 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 35 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Dudhgaon
Dudhgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parut | East | 1.66 km |
| Goroshi | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Zanzwad | South | 2.12 km |
| Manghar | North | 2.29 km |
| Devali | South | 2.87 km |
| Chaturbet | South-West | 3.22 km |
| Birwadi | North | 3.41 km |
| Malusar | North-East | 3.88 km |
| Chikhali | East | 4.07 km |
| Kalamgaon | South-East | 4.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dudhgaon
Dudhgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Diwankhavati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.5 km.
| 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 Mahabaleshwar to Dudhgaon is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Dudhgaon is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dudhgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudhgaon 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 Dudhgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dudhgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dudhgaon
Where is Dudhgaon located?
Dudhgaon village is located in Mahabaleshwar Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dudhgaon?
Dudhgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dudhgaon?
The pincode of Dudhgaon is 412806.
What is the population of Dudhgaon?
Dudhgaon has a total population of 268, including 126 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Dudhgaon?
There are 74 households in Dudhgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dudhgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudhgaon is 63.81%. Male literacy is 72.22% and female literacy is 56.34%.