Dhavalewadi (Ni) - Phaltan, Satara
Dhavalewadi (Ni) is a village situated in the Phaltan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phaltan and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Dhavalewadi(nimb) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhavalewadi (Ni) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhavalewadi (Ni) is 563270. The village covers a total geographical area of 547.5 hectares and falls under the 415528 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dhavalewadi (Ni) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phaltan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhavalewadi (Ni)
According to the 2011 Census, Dhavalewadi (Ni) village had a total population of 809 people, including 414 males and 395 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.36%, with male literacy at 85.60% and female literacy at 76.94%. 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 | 809 | 414 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 39 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 598 | 321 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 93 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Dhavalewadi (Ni)
Dhavalewadi (Ni) 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 Dhavalewadi (Ni)
Dhavalewadi (Ni) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dhavalewadi (Ni).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phaltan to Dhavalewadi (Ni) is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Dhavalewadi (Ni) is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhavalewadi (Ni)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhavalewadi (Ni) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhavalewadi (Ni)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhavalewadi (Ni) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhavalewadi (Ni)
Where is Dhavalewadi (Ni) located?
Dhavalewadi (Ni) village is located in Phaltan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhavalewadi (Ni)?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhavalewadi (Ni) is Dhavalewadi(nimb).
What is the pincode of Dhavalewadi (Ni)?
The pincode of Dhavalewadi (Ni) is 415528.
What is the population of Dhavalewadi (Ni)?
Dhavalewadi (Ni) had a total population of 809, including 414 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Dhavalewadi (Ni)?
Dhavalewadi (Ni) had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhavalewadi (Ni)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhavalewadi (Ni) was 81.36%. Male literacy was 85.60% and female literacy was 76.94%.