Dhundalwadi
Dhundalwadi is a village located in Dahanu tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Dahanu (tehsildar office) and 150km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Dhundalwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Dhundalwadi 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 Dhundalwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhundalwadi is 551640. The village spans a total geographical area of 226.77 hectares. Dahanu is nearest town to Dhundalwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dhundalwadi 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 Dahanu Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Palghar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dhundalwadi
Population of Dhundalwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Dhundalwadi 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 | 2,059 | 1,025 | 1,034 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 114 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,750 | 875 | 875 |
| Literate Population | 1,217 | 718 | 499 |
| Illiterate Population | 842 | 307 | 535 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhundalwadi village:
- The total population of Dhundalwadi village is around 2,059, including approximately 1,025 males and 1,034 females, with a sex ratio of 1008 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 236 children aged 0–6 years in Dhundalwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dhundalwadi village has 27 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,750 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dhundalwadi village is about 59.11%, with male literacy at 70.05% and female literacy at 48.26%.
- There are around 365 households in Dhundalwadi village.
Connectivity of Dhundalwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhundalwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Dhundalwadi 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 Dhundalwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhundalwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhundalwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhundalwadi
- Where is Dhundalwadi located?
- Dhundalwadi village is situated in Dahanu Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhundalwadi?
- Dhundalwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dhundalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhundalwadi is 2,059, with 1,025 males and 1,034 females.
- How many households are there in Dhundalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhundalwadi village has a total of 365 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhundalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhundalwadi is 59.11%. The male literacy rate is 70.05%, while the female literacy rate is 48.26%.