Dhamani - Man, Satara
Dhamani is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Dhamani village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhamani is 563435. The village covers a total geographical area of 1293 hectares and falls under the 415509 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dhamani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Man Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhamani
According to the 2011 Census, Dhamani village had a total population of 1,569 people, including 782 males and 787 females, living in 292 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.67%, with male literacy at 84.58% and female literacy at 59.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61.
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 | 1,569 | 782 | 787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 114 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 27 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 984 | 565 | 419 |
| Illiterate Population | 585 | 217 | 368 |
Nearby Villages of Dhamani
Dhamani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gatewadi | South | 2.33 km |
| Pimpari | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Dhakani | South-East | 4.16 km |
| Divad | East | 4.39 km |
| Mankarnawadi | North | 4.56 km |
| Lodhavade | North-West | 4.87 km |
| Naravane | South-West | 4.96 km |
| Wadjal | South | 5.22 km |
| Didwaghwadi (divad) | East | 5.65 km |
| Waki | North-East | 7.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhamani
Public transport in the Dhamani is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rahimatpur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mhaswad to Dhamani is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Dhamani is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhamani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhamani 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 Dhamani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhamani 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhamani
Where is Dhamani located?
Dhamani village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Dhamani?
Dhamani is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhamani?
The pincode of Dhamani is 415509.
What is the population of Dhamani?
Dhamani had a total population of 1,569, including 782 males and 787 females.
How many households are there in Dhamani?
Dhamani had 292 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhamani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhamani was 71.67%. Male literacy was 84.58% and female literacy was 59.43%.