Dahigaon - Malshiras, Solapur
Dahigaon is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 160 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Dahigaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahigaon is 562408. The village covers a total geographical area of 3538.34 hectares and falls under the 413109 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 37 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 Malshiras 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 8,939 people, consisting of 4,580 males and 4,359 females. The village has 1,835 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 974 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,108 literate and 2,831 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dahigaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,939 | 4,580 | 4,359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 974 | 501 | 473 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,109 | 1,045 | 1,064 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 6,108 | 3,429 | 2,679 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,831 | 1,151 | 1,680 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gursale | West | 4.16 km |
| Pirale | North-East | 4.32 km |
| Tambewadi | North | 4.44 km |
| Morochi | South-West | 5.24 km |
| Ekshiv | North | 5.25 km |
| Kalamboli | North-East | 6.15 km |
| Kurbavi | North | 6.29 km |
| Natepute | South | 6.96 km |
| Fondshiras | South-East | 6.99 km |
| Deshmukhwadi | North-West | 7.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dahigaon
Dahigaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baramati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.3 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 Phaltan to Dahigaon is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Dahigaon is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dahigaon
Where is Dahigaon located?
Dahigaon village is located in Malshiras 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 413109.
What is the population of Dahigaon?
Dahigaon has a total population of 8,939, including 4,580 males and 4,359 females.
How many households are there in Dahigaon?
There are 1,835 households in Dahigaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dahigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahigaon is 68.33%. Male literacy is 74.87% and female literacy is 61.46%.