Dewarbeli - Lanji, Balaghat
Dewarbeli is a village situated in the Lanji tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanji and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Dewrbeli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewarbeli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewarbeli is 498558. The village covers a total geographical area of 1560.02 hectares and falls under the 481222 pincode. Lanji is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dewarbeli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dewarbeli
As per Census 2011, Dewarbeli village has a total population of 943 people, consisting of 495 males and 448 females. The village has 216 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 433 literate and 510 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 344 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewarbeli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 943 | 495 | 448 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 94 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 11 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 344 | 170 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 433 | 270 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 510 | 225 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Dewarbeli
Dewarbeli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bijagad | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Nalejhari | North | 3.50 km |
| Belgaon | South | 4.32 km |
| Kachhargarh | West | 5.23 km |
| Dabha | South-West | 5.24 km |
| Lodama | South | 5.53 km |
| Mundidadar | South | 5.59 km |
| Wardha | South-West | 5.91 km |
| Narpi | North | 6.26 km |
| Newarwahi | South-West | 7.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dewarbeli
Dewarbeli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Salekasa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Lanji to Dewarbeli is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Dewarbeli is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewarbeli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewarbeli 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 Dewarbeli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewarbeli 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 Dewarbeli
Where is Dewarbeli located?
Dewarbeli village is located in Lanji Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewarbeli?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewarbeli is Dewrbeli.
What is the pincode of Dewarbeli?
The pincode of Dewarbeli is 481222.
What is the population of Dewarbeli?
Dewarbeli has a total population of 943, including 495 males and 448 females.
How many households are there in Dewarbeli?
There are 216 households in Dewarbeli.
What is the literacy rate in Dewarbeli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewarbeli is 45.92%. Male literacy is 54.55% and female literacy is 36.38%.