Dabhad
Dabhad is a village located in Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Bhiwandi (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Dabhad village is also a gram panchayat.
Dabhad has its own place in the vibrant Thane region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dabhad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dabhad is 552584. The village spans a total geographical area of 168.81 hectares. Bhiwandi is nearest town to Dabhad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dabhad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dabhad
Population of Dabhad
Below is a concise population overview of Dabhad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,617 | 823 | 794 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 116 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 382 | 193 | 189 |
| Literate Population | 1,024 | 571 | 453 |
| Illiterate Population | 593 | 252 | 341 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dabhad village:
- The total population of Dabhad village is around 1,617, including approximately 823 males and 794 females, with a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 228 children aged 0–6 years in Dabhad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dabhad village has 72 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 382 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dabhad village is about 63.33%, with male literacy at 69.38% and female literacy at 57.05%.
- There are around 341 households in Dabhad village.
Connectivity of Dabhad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dabhad. As per the 2011 stats, Dabhad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dabhad
Knowing the nearby villages of Dabhad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dabhad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dabhad
- Where is Dabhad located?
- Dabhad village is situated in Bhiwandi Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dabhad?
- Dabhad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dabhad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dabhad is 1,617, with 823 males and 794 females.
- How many households are there in Dabhad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dabhad village has a total of 341 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dabhad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dabhad is 63.33%. The male literacy rate is 69.38%, while the female literacy rate is 57.05%.