Dhamani - Shahapur, Thane
Dhamani is a village situated in the Shahapur tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahapur and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Dhamani village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhamani is 552760. The village covers a total geographical area of 1403 hectares and falls under the 421601 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Dhamani 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 Dhamani
According to the 2011 Census, Dhamani village had a total population of 740 people, including 365 males and 375 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.00%, with male literacy at 82.45% and female literacy at 56.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 294.
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 | 740 | 365 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 63 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 294 | 140 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 434 | 249 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 116 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Dhamani
Dhamani 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 Dhamani
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dhamani. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dhamani.
| 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 Dhamani is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Dhamani is about 73 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 Dhamani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhamani 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 Dhamani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhamani 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhamani
Where is Dhamani located?
Dhamani village is located in Shahapur Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Dhamani?
Dhamani is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhamani?
The pincode of Dhamani is 421601.
What is the population of Dhamani?
Dhamani had a total population of 740, including 365 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Dhamani?
Dhamani had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhamani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhamani was 69.00%. Male literacy was 82.45% and female literacy was 56.57%.