Dabhon
Dabhon is a village located in Vada tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Vada (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Gargaon is the gram panchayat of Dabhon village.
Dabhon 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 Dabhon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dabhon is 552112. The village spans a total geographical area of 338.62 hectares. Jawhar is nearest town to Dabhon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dabhon 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 Shahapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dabhon
Population of Dabhon
Below is a concise population overview of Dabhon 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 | 489 | 246 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 51 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 438 | 219 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 140 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 106 | 126 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dabhon village:
- The total population of Dabhon village is around 489, including approximately 246 males and 243 females, with a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 87 children aged 0–6 years in Dabhon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dabhon village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 438 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dabhon village is about 52.56%, with male literacy at 56.91% and female literacy at 48.15%.
- There are around 96 households in Dabhon village.
Connectivity of Dabhon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dabhon. As per the 2011 stats, Dabhon 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 Dabhon
Knowing the nearby villages of Dabhon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dabhon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dabhon
- Where is Dabhon located?
- Dabhon village is situated in Vada Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dabhon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dabhon is Gargaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Dabhon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dabhon is 489, with 246 males and 243 females.
- How many households are there in Dabhon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dabhon village has a total of 96 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dabhon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dabhon is 52.56%. The male literacy rate is 56.91%, while the female literacy rate is 48.15%.