Dhawai - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Dhawai is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Amdari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhawai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhawai is 502062. The village covers a total geographical area of 1255.08 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Shahdol is the nearest town.
Dhawai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhawai
According to the 2011 Census, Dhawai village had a total population of 1,063 people, including 542 males and 521 females, living in 229 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.12%, with male literacy at 57.85% and female literacy at 38.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 920.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,063 | 542 | 521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 96 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 15 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 920 | 463 | 457 |
| Literate Population | 423 | 258 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 640 | 284 | 356 |
Nearby Villages of Dhawai
Dhawai 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 Dhawai
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dhawai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Anuppur to Dhawai 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 Dhawai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhawai 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 Dhawai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhawai 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 Dhawai
Where is Dhawai located?
Dhawai village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhawai?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhawai is Amdari.
What is the pincode of Dhawai?
The pincode of Dhawai is 484881.
What is the population of Dhawai?
Dhawai had a total population of 1,063, including 542 males and 521 females.
How many households are there in Dhawai?
Dhawai had 229 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhawai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhawai was 48.12%. Male literacy was 57.85% and female literacy was 38.11%.