Dedarwasa - Jobat, Alirajpur
Dedarwasa is a village situated in the Jobat tehsil of Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jobat and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Alirajpur. Dedarwasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dedarwasa is 505016. The village covers a total geographical area of 764.31 hectares and falls under the 457990 pincode. Jobat is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dedarwasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhabua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratlam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dedarwasa
As per Census 2011, Dedarwasa village has a total population of 2,011 people, consisting of 980 males and 1,031 females. The village has 305 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 437 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 405 literate and 1,606 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,964 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dedarwasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,011 | 980 | 1,031 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 437 | 227 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,964 | 956 | 1,008 |
| Literate Population | 405 | 186 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,606 | 794 | 812 |
Nearby Villages of Dedarwasa
Dedarwasa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sudi Chhoti | South | 2.15 km |
| Gawani Salar | East | 2.66 km |
| Futtalab Bada | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Futtalab Chhota | North | 2.95 km |
| Siyali | West | 3.15 km |
| Ratanpura | East | 3.22 km |
| Sudi Badi | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Bhurchhewadi | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Kotada | South | 3.59 km |
| Semalkhedi | North-East | 3.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dedarwasa
Dedarwasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nahargarh, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jobat to Dedarwasa is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alirajpur to Dedarwasa is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dedarwasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dedarwasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dedarwasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dedarwasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dedarwasa
Where is Dedarwasa located?
Dedarwasa village is located in Jobat Tehsil, Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dedarwasa?
Dedarwasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dedarwasa?
The pincode of Dedarwasa is 457990.
What is the population of Dedarwasa?
Dedarwasa has a total population of 2,011, including 980 males and 1,031 females.
How many households are there in Dedarwasa?
There are 305 households in Dedarwasa.
What is the literacy rate in Dedarwasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dedarwasa is 20.14%. Male literacy is 18.98% and female literacy is 21.24%.