Dhom - Wai, Satara
Dhom is a village situated in the Wai tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wai and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Dhom village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhom is 563064. The village covers a total geographical area of 511 hectares and falls under the 412803 pincode. Wai is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Dhom 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 Dhom
As per Census 2011, Dhom village has a total population of 1,288 people, consisting of 641 males and 647 females. The village has 287 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,011 literate and 277 illiterate residents. Additionally, 208 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhom are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,288 | 641 | 647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 83 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 208 | 103 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,011 | 522 | 489 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 119 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Dhom
Dhom 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vyahali | South | 1.79 km |
| Varkhadwadi | East | 2.10 km |
| Boriv | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Velang | West | 2.46 km |
| Abhepuri | North | 2.57 km |
| Pandewadi | East | 3.18 km |
| Bhogaon | South-East | 3.24 km |
| Ekasar | South-East | 3.28 km |
| Nhalewadi | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Duichivadi | North-West | 4.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhom
Dhom is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Wathar, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.9 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 Wai to Dhom is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Dhom is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhom
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhom village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhom
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhom 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dhom
Where is Dhom located?
Dhom village is located in Wai Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhom?
Dhom is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhom?
The pincode of Dhom is 412803.
What is the population of Dhom?
Dhom has a total population of 1,288, including 641 males and 647 females.
How many households are there in Dhom?
There are 287 households in Dhom.
What is the literacy rate in Dhom?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhom is 78.49%. Male literacy is 81.44% and female literacy is 75.58%.