Dahitane - Akkalkot, Solapur
Dahitane is a village situated in the Akkalkot tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkot and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Dahitane village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahitane is 562835. The village covers a total geographical area of 1909 hectares and falls under the 413226 pincode. Akkalkot is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Dahitane village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dahitane
As per Census 2011, Dahitane village has a total population of 3,373 people, consisting of 1,794 males and 1,579 females. The village has 737 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 420 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,175 literate and 1,198 illiterate residents. Additionally, 709 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dahitane are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,373 | 1,794 | 1,579 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 420 | 214 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 709 | 387 | 322 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 15 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,175 | 1,315 | 860 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,198 | 479 | 719 |
Nearby Villages of Dahitane
Dahitane 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sindkhed | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Hasapur | South-West | 3.35 km |
| Chappalgaon | North-West | 3.93 km |
| Kolekarwadi | North-East | 3.99 km |
| Dahitanewadi | West | 4.15 km |
| Sangavi Kh | East | 4.65 km |
| Bavkarwadi | North | 4.78 km |
| Motyal | North-East | 5.00 km |
| Kolibet | South-East | 5.20 km |
| Sangavi Bk | East | 5.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dahitane
Dahitane is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Akalkot Road, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akkalkot to Dahitane is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Dahitane is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dahitane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dahitane village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dahitane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dahitane 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dahitane
Where is Dahitane located?
Dahitane village is located in Akkalkot Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahitane?
Dahitane is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dahitane?
The pincode of Dahitane is 413226.
What is the population of Dahitane?
Dahitane has a total population of 3,373, including 1,794 males and 1,579 females.
How many households are there in Dahitane?
There are 737 households in Dahitane.
What is the literacy rate in Dahitane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahitane is 64.48%. Male literacy is 73.30% and female literacy is 54.46%.