Established in 1972, Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth (Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Agricultural University) is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the rural setting of the large town of Dapoli (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Maharashtra. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth (DBSKKV) is a coeducational Indian higher education institution. Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth (DBSKKV) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. DBSKKV also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.