Dahivali - Kalyan, Thane
Dahivali is a village situated in the Kalyan tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyan and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Dahivali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahivali is 552947. The village covers a total geographical area of 488.95 hectares and falls under the 421103 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Dahivali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dahivali
According to the 2011 Census, Dahivali village had a total population of 647 people, including 315 males and 332 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.05%, with male literacy at 80.97% and female literacy at 59.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 169.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 647 | 315 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 47 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 82 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 217 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 98 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Dahivali
Dahivali is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dahivali
Dahivali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kalyan to Dahivali is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Dahivali is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dahivali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dahivali 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 Dahivali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dahivali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Dahivali
Where is Dahivali located?
Dahivali village is located in Kalyan Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahivali?
Dahivali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dahivali?
The pincode of Dahivali is 421103.
What is the population of Dahivali?
Dahivali had a total population of 647, including 315 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Dahivali?
Dahivali had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dahivali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahivali was 70.05%. Male literacy was 80.97% and female literacy was 59.72%.