Dondwada - Niwali, Barwani
Dondwada is a village situated in the Niwali tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niwali and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Dondwada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dondwada is 478531. The village covers a total geographical area of 1610.11 hectares and falls under the 451666 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Dondwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pansemal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dondwada
As per Census 2011, Dondwada village has a total population of 4,025 people, consisting of 2,057 males and 1,968 females. The village has 697 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 872 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,193 literate and 2,832 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,980 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dondwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,025 | 2,057 | 1,968 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 872 | 454 | 418 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,980 | 2,036 | 1,944 |
| Literate Population | 1,193 | 704 | 489 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,832 | 1,353 | 1,479 |
Nearby Villages of Dondwada
Dondwada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mujala | West | 2.86 km |
| Jogwada | South | 3.84 km |
| Matli | North | 4.11 km |
| Mojali Buzurg | West | 4.92 km |
| Sekatmuhali | South-East | 5.31 km |
| Sawarda | North | 5.34 km |
| Pisnawal | South-East | 5.40 km |
| Jodai | North-East | 5.57 km |
| Jhopali | East | 6.30 km |
| Diwani | South | 6.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dondwada
Public transport in the Dondwada is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vikhran Road, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.1 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 Sendhwa to Dondwada is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Dondwada is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dondwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dondwada 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 Dondwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dondwada 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 Dondwada
Where is Dondwada located?
Dondwada village is located in Niwali Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dondwada?
Dondwada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dondwada?
The pincode of Dondwada is 451666.
What is the population of Dondwada?
Dondwada has a total population of 4,025, including 2,057 males and 1,968 females.
How many households are there in Dondwada?
There are 697 households in Dondwada.
What is the literacy rate in Dondwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dondwada is 29.64%. Male literacy is 34.22% and female literacy is 24.85%.