Dahitane - Barshi, Solapur
Dahitane is a village situated in the Barshi tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshi and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Dahitane village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahitane is 562109. The village covers a total geographical area of 688.46 hectares and falls under the 413412 pincode. Barshi is the nearest town, located about 29 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 Barshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dahitane
According to the 2011 Census, Dahitane village had a total population of 1,765 people, including 891 males and 874 females, living in 381 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.93%, with male literacy at 82.74% and female literacy at 69.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 171, while 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 | 1,765 | 891 | 874 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 109 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 83 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,189 | 647 | 542 |
| Illiterate Population | 576 | 244 | 332 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tadwale (ma) | West | 2.83 km |
| Dhorale | North | 3.10 km |
| Sasure | East | 3.48 km |
| Bhagaiwadi | South | 4.73 km |
| Irlewadi | North | 5.13 km |
| Kouthali | South-East | 5.38 km |
| Waluj | South-West | 5.73 km |
| Raleras | East | 5.96 km |
| Irle | North-West | 6.14 km |
| Yawali | North-West | 6.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dahitane
Public transport in the Dahitane is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Angar, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.6 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 Barshi to Dahitane is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Dahitane is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dahitane
Where is Dahitane located?
Dahitane village is located in Barshi Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Dahitane?
Dahitane is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dahitane?
The pincode of Dahitane is 413412.
What is the population of Dahitane?
Dahitane had a total population of 1,765, including 891 males and 874 females.
How many households are there in Dahitane?
Dahitane had 381 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dahitane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahitane was 75.93%. Male literacy was 82.74% and female literacy was 69.13%.