Dhamangaon (A) - Barshi, Solapur
Dhamangaon (A) is a village situated in the Barshi tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshi and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Dhamangaon (A) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhamangaon (A) is 562016. The village covers a total geographical area of 607 hectares and falls under the 413409 pincode. Barshi is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Dhamangaon (A) 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 Dhamangaon (A)
As per Census 2011, Dhamangaon (A) village has a total population of 506 people, consisting of 274 males and 232 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 846 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 345 literate and 161 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhamangaon (A) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 506 | 274 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 34 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 27 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 217 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 57 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Dhamangaon (A)
Dhamangaon (A) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chumb | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Kalambawadi (a) | South-West | 2.91 km |
| Masobachiwadi | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Chare | South-East | 3.58 km |
| Walwad | East | 4.60 km |
| Kadaknathwadi | North-East | 4.65 km |
| Bhansale | West | 4.87 km |
| Bangarwadi | East | 5.73 km |
| Borgaon [kh] | South | 5.90 km |
| Koregaon | North-West | 5.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhamangaon (A)
Dhamangaon (A) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kuslamb, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Barshi to Dhamangaon (A) is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Dhamangaon (A) 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 Dhamangaon (A)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhamangaon (A) 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhamangaon (A)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhamangaon (A) 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhamangaon (A)
Where is Dhamangaon (A) located?
Dhamangaon (A) village is located in Barshi Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhamangaon (A)?
Dhamangaon (A) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhamangaon (A)?
The pincode of Dhamangaon (A) is 413409.
What is the population of Dhamangaon (A)?
Dhamangaon (A) has a total population of 506, including 274 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Dhamangaon (A)?
There are 125 households in Dhamangaon (A).
What is the literacy rate in Dhamangaon (A)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhamangaon (A) is 68.18%. Male literacy is 79.20% and female literacy is 55.17%.