Dharkaranji - Malegaon, Washim
Dharkaranji is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Shelgaonbondade serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharkaranji village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharkaranji is 530694. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.7 hectares and falls under the 444505 pincode.
Dharkaranji village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Risod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Dharkaranji
Dharkaranji 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shelgaon Bondade | South-East | 1.29 km |
| Shelgaon Bagade | West | 1.76 km |
| Karanji | North | 2.20 km |
| Mutha | South | 2.39 km |
| Bramhanwada Bk. | East | 2.98 km |
| Waghalud | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Dapuri Kalwe | South | 3.71 km |
| Chiwara | North-East | 4.35 km |
| Shelgaon Khavane | South-West | 4.40 km |
| Hiwara Rohila | South-East | 5.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dharkaranji
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dharkaranji. The nearest railway station is Kata Road, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| 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 Washim to Dharkaranji is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharkaranji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharkaranji 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 Dharkaranji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharkaranji village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dharkaranji
Where is Dharkaranji located?
Dharkaranji village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharkaranji?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharkaranji is Shelgaonbondade.
What is the pincode of Dharkaranji?
The pincode of Dharkaranji is 444505.