Dhuldev - Man, Satara
Dhuldev is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Dhuldev village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhuldev is 563450. The village covers a total geographical area of 1991 hectares and falls under the 415509 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Dhuldev 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 Dhuldev
As per Census 2011, Dhuldev village has a total population of 2,388 people, consisting of 1,245 males and 1,143 females. The village has 372 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 322 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,184 literate and 1,204 illiterate residents. Additionally, 278 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhuldev are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,388 | 1,245 | 1,143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 322 | 152 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 143 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,184 | 726 | 458 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,204 | 519 | 685 |
Nearby Villages of Dhuldev
Dhuldev 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karkhel | North | 4.42 km |
| Sulewadi | East | 5.91 km |
| Hingani | South | 6.18 km |
| Garwad | North-East | 6.43 km |
| Bhatki | West | 6.95 km |
| Hawaldarwadi | North-West | 7.48 km |
| Paryanti | North-West | 8.02 km |
| Jalbhavi | North | 8.41 km |
| Rajewadi | South-East | 8.96 km |
| Bacheri | East | 9.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhuldev
Dhuldev is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sangola, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mhaswad to Dhuldev is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Dhuldev is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhuldev
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhuldev village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhuldev
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhuldev village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhuldev
Where is Dhuldev located?
Dhuldev village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhuldev?
Dhuldev is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhuldev?
The pincode of Dhuldev is 415509.
What is the population of Dhuldev?
Dhuldev has a total population of 2,388, including 1,245 males and 1,143 females.
How many households are there in Dhuldev?
There are 372 households in Dhuldev.
What is the literacy rate in Dhuldev?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhuldev is 49.58%. Male literacy is 58.31% and female literacy is 40.07%.