Dahigaon - Shahapur, Thane
Dahigaon is a village situated in the Shahapur tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahapur and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Dahigaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahigaon is 552739. The village covers a total geographical area of 1419.62 hectares and falls under the 421601 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 42 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 Shahapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dahigaon
As per Census 2011, Dahigaon village has a total population of 2,171 people, consisting of 1,093 males and 1,078 females. The village has 436 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 386 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,047 literate and 1,124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,666 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dahigaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,171 | 1,093 | 1,078 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 188 | 198 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,666 | 830 | 836 |
| Literate Population | 1,047 | 636 | 411 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,124 | 457 | 667 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palshin | East | 1.97 km |
| Bendekon | East | 3.42 km |
| Ghanepada | South-East | 3.47 km |
| Pimpalpada | East | 4.65 km |
| Umbarkhand | South-East | 4.74 km |
| Varaskol | East | 5.15 km |
| Ajnup | North-East | 5.93 km |
| Tembhe | North-West | 6.21 km |
| Chande | South-East | 6.50 km |
| Golbhan | East | 6.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dahigaon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dahigaon. The nearest railway station is Thansit, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Dahigaon is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Dahigaon is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dahigaon
Where is Dahigaon located?
Dahigaon village is located in Shahapur Tehsil, Thane 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 421601.
What is the population of Dahigaon?
Dahigaon has a total population of 2,171, including 1,093 males and 1,078 females.
How many households are there in Dahigaon?
There are 436 households in Dahigaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dahigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahigaon is 48.23%. Male literacy is 58.19% and female literacy is 38.13%.