Dahigaon - Karmala, Solapur
Dahigaon is a village situated in the Karmala tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karmala and around 139 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Dahigaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahigaon is 561870. The village covers a total geographical area of 993 hectares and falls under the 413202 pincode. Karmala is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dahigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karmala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dahigaon
As per Census 2011, Dahigaon village has a total population of 1,683 people, consisting of 875 males and 808 females. The village has 308 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 267 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 977 literate and 706 illiterate residents. Additionally, 176 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 80 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dahigaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,683 | 875 | 808 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 140 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 95 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 46 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 977 | 574 | 403 |
| Illiterate Population | 706 | 301 | 405 |
Nearby Villages of Dahigaon
Dahigaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shetphal | North | 3.23 km |
| Chikhalthan | West | 5.13 km |
| Kedgaon | North-West | 5.85 km |
| Jeur | North-East | 5.96 km |
| Jeurwadi | North-East | 6.01 km |
| Wangi | South-East | 6.08 km |
| Pophalaj | North | 6.72 km |
| Padasthal | South-West | 7.48 km |
| Lavhe | East | 8.01 km |
| Sogaon | North-West | 8.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dahigaon
Public transport in the Dahigaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jeur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.6 km.
| 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 Karmala to Dahigaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Dahigaon is about 139 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dahigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dahigaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dahigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dahigaon 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 Dahigaon
Where is Dahigaon located?
Dahigaon village is located in Karmala Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahigaon?
Dahigaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dahigaon?
The pincode of Dahigaon is 413202.
What is the population of Dahigaon?
Dahigaon has a total population of 1,683, including 875 males and 808 females.
How many households are there in Dahigaon?
There are 308 households in Dahigaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dahigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahigaon is 58.05%. Male literacy is 65.60% and female literacy is 49.88%.