Dhaval
Dhaval is a village located in Phaltan tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Phaltan (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Dhaval village is also a gram panchayat.
Dhaval has its own place in the vibrant Satara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dhaval
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhaval is 563331. The village spans a total geographical area of 1032.07 hectares. Phaltan is nearest town to Dhaval village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dhaval village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Koregaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dhaval
Population of Dhaval
Below is a concise population overview of Dhaval as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,146 | 1,656 | 1,490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 213 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 567 | 293 | 274 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 2,296 | 1,272 | 1,024 |
| Illiterate Population | 850 | 384 | 466 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhaval village:
- The total population of Dhaval village is around 3,146, including approximately 1,656 males and 1,490 females, with a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 389 children aged 0–6 years in Dhaval village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dhaval village has 567 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 24 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dhaval village is about 72.98%, with male literacy at 76.81% and female literacy at 68.72%.
- There are around 615 households in Dhaval village.
Connectivity of Dhaval
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhaval. As per the 2011 stats, Dhaval had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhaval
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhaval helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhaval.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhaval
- Where is Dhaval located?
- Dhaval village is situated in Phaltan Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhaval?
- Dhaval serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dhaval as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhaval is 3,146, with 1,656 males and 1,490 females.
- How many households are there in Dhaval as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhaval village has a total of 615 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhaval as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhaval is 72.98%. The male literacy rate is 76.81%, while the female literacy rate is 68.72%.