Dhawanda - Manora, Washim
Dhawanda is a village situated in the Manora tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manora and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Dhvanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhawanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhawanda is 531103. The village covers a total geographical area of 304.03 hectares and falls under the 444404 pincode. Digras is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dhawanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhawanda
As per Census 2011, Dhawanda village has a total population of 862 people, consisting of 452 males and 410 females. The village has 203 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 703 literate and 159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 180 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhawanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 862 | 452 | 410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 53 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 82 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 180 | 100 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 703 | 389 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 63 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Dhawanda
Dhawanda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balajinagar | South | 1.60 km |
| Kakad Chikhali | West | 2.08 km |
| Rahati | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Nandgavhan | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Poharadevi | North-West | 3.29 km |
| Gogjai | West | 3.62 km |
| Pelu | East | 3.75 km |
| Gondegaon. | South-West | 4.34 km |
| Kati | East | 4.39 km |
| Ramnagar | North-East | 4.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhawanda
Public transport in the Dhawanda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digras to Dhawanda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Dhawanda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhawanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhawanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhawanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhawanda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhawanda
Where is Dhawanda located?
Dhawanda village is located in Manora Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhawanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhawanda is Dhvanda.
What is the pincode of Dhawanda?
The pincode of Dhawanda is 444404.
What is the population of Dhawanda?
Dhawanda has a total population of 862, including 452 males and 410 females.
How many households are there in Dhawanda?
There are 203 households in Dhawanda.
What is the literacy rate in Dhawanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhawanda is 81.55%. Male literacy is 86.06% and female literacy is 76.59%.