Dhakore - Sawantwadi, Sindhudurg
Dhakore is a village situated in the Sawantwadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sawantwadi and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Dhakore village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhakore is 566880. The village covers a total geographical area of 1088.5 hectares and falls under the 416518 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Dhakore village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawantwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhakore
According to the 2011 Census, Dhakore village had a total population of 1,076 people, including 531 males and 545 females, living in 249 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.56%, with male literacy at 93.72% and female literacy at 79.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 1,076 | 531 | 545 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 37 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 863 | 463 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 68 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Dhakore
Dhakore 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 Dhakore
Dhakore is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Sawantwadi to Dhakore is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Dhakore is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhakore
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhakore village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhakore
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhakore village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhakore
Where is Dhakore located?
Dhakore village is located in Sawantwadi Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhakore?
Dhakore is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhakore?
The pincode of Dhakore is 416518.
What is the population of Dhakore?
Dhakore had a total population of 1,076, including 531 males and 545 females.
How many households are there in Dhakore?
Dhakore had 249 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhakore?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhakore was 86.56%. Male literacy was 93.72% and female literacy was 79.52%.