Dhawada - Sendhwa, Barwani
Dhawada is a village situated in the Sendhwa tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sendhwa and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Dhawada (k.) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhawada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhawada is 478642. The village covers a total geographical area of 896.73 hectares and falls under the 451666 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Dhawada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sendhawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhawada
As per Census 2011, Dhawada village has a total population of 2,651 people, consisting of 1,335 males and 1,316 females. The village has 399 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 580 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 414 literate and 2,237 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,595 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhawada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,651 | 1,335 | 1,316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 580 | 315 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,595 | 1,305 | 1,290 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 220 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,237 | 1,115 | 1,122 |
Nearby Villages of Dhawada
Dhawada 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 Dhawada
Dhawada 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 | 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 Sendhwa to Dhawada is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Dhawada is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhawada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhawada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhawada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhawada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhawada
Where is Dhawada located?
Dhawada village is located in Sendhwa Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhawada?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhawada is Dhawada (k.).
What is the pincode of Dhawada?
The pincode of Dhawada is 451666.
What is the population of Dhawada?
Dhawada has a total population of 2,651, including 1,335 males and 1,316 females.
How many households are there in Dhawada?
There are 399 households in Dhawada.
What is the literacy rate in Dhawada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhawada is 15.62%. Male literacy is 16.48% and female literacy is 14.74%.