Dewlai - Jobat, Alirajpur
Dewlai is a village situated in the Jobat tehsil of Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jobat and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Alirajpur. Dewlai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewlai is 505050. The village covers a total geographical area of 247.46 hectares and falls under the 457990 pincode. Jobat is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Dewlai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jobat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratlam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dewlai
As per Census 2011, Dewlai village has a total population of 812 people, consisting of 414 males and 398 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 236 literate and 576 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 810 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewlai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 812 | 414 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 88 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 810 | 412 | 398 |
| Literate Population | 236 | 147 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 576 | 267 | 309 |
Nearby Villages of Dewlai
Dewlai is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dewlai
Dewlai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Dewlai is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alirajpur to Dewlai is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewlai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewlai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dewlai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewlai 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 Dewlai
Where is Dewlai located?
Dewlai village is located in Jobat Tehsil, Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewlai?
Dewlai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dewlai?
The pincode of Dewlai is 457990.
What is the population of Dewlai?
Dewlai has a total population of 812, including 414 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Dewlai?
There are 127 households in Dewlai.
What is the literacy rate in Dewlai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewlai is 29.06%. Male literacy is 35.51% and female literacy is 22.36%.