Dendwa - Paraswada, Balaghat
Dendwa is a village situated in the Paraswada tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paraswada and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Khurmundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dendwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dendwa is 498360. The village covers a total geographical area of 262.64 hectares and falls under the 481111 pincode. Baihar is the nearest town.
Dendwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paraswada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dendwa
According to the 2011 Census, Dendwa village had a total population of 399 people, including 198 males and 201 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.65%, with male literacy at 62.82% and female literacy at 43.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 399.
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 | 399 | 198 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 399 | 198 | 201 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 98 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 100 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Dendwa
Dendwa 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 Dendwa
Dendwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Balaghat to Dendwa is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dendwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dendwa 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dendwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dendwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dendwa
Where is Dendwa located?
Dendwa village is located in Paraswada Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dendwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Dendwa is Khurmundi.
What is the pincode of Dendwa?
The pincode of Dendwa is 481111.
What is the population of Dendwa?
Dendwa had a total population of 399, including 198 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Dendwa?
Dendwa had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dendwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dendwa was 52.65%. Male literacy was 62.82% and female literacy was 43.03%.