Dandi - Palghar
Dandi is a village situated in the Palghar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from Palghar and around 120 km from Thane. Dandi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandi is 552199. The village covers a total geographical area of 109 hectares and falls under the 401501 pincode. Palghar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Dandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palghar Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Dandi
As per Census 2011, Dandi village has a total population of 6,540 people, consisting of 3,302 males and 3,238 females. The village has 1,452 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 672 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,206 literate and 1,334 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 156 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,540 | 3,302 | 3,238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 672 | 343 | 329 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 78 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 5,206 | 2,758 | 2,448 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,334 | 544 | 790 |
Nearby Villages of Dandi
Dandi 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 Dandi
Public transport in the Dandi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dandi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palghar to Dandi is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Dandi is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandi 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 Dandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dandi
Where is Dandi located?
Dandi village is located in Palghar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandi?
Dandi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dandi?
The pincode of Dandi is 401501.
What is the population of Dandi?
Dandi has a total population of 6,540, including 3,302 males and 3,238 females.
How many households are there in Dandi?
There are 1,452 households in Dandi.
What is the literacy rate in Dandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandi is 79.60%. Male literacy is 83.53% and female literacy is 75.60%.