Dawana - Thikri, Barwani
Dawana is a village situated in the Thikri tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thikri and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Dawana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dawana is 478215. The village covers a total geographical area of 644.79 hectares and falls under the 451660 pincode. Anjad is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Dawana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dawana
As per Census 2011, Dawana village has a total population of 3,608 people, consisting of 1,828 males and 1,780 females. The village has 785 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 406 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,456 literate and 1,152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 667 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 464 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dawana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,608 | 1,828 | 1,780 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 406 | 220 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 667 | 334 | 333 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 464 | 215 | 249 |
| Literate Population | 2,456 | 1,378 | 1,078 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,152 | 450 | 702 |
Nearby Villages of Dawana
Dawana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sundarla | West | 1.92 km |
| Balgaon | South | 2.33 km |
| Kuwa | East | 2.44 km |
| Dabhad | North-East | 2.95 km |
| Titgaria | North-West | 3.23 km |
| Deola | South | 3.52 km |
| Lakhangaon | West | 3.78 km |
| Kerwa | East | 3.82 km |
| Kakariya | South-East | 3.90 km |
| Bhatgawala | South-West | 4.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dawana
Dawana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.1 km.
| 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 Anjad to Dawana is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Dawana is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dawana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dawana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dawana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dawana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dawana
Where is Dawana located?
Dawana village is located in Thikri Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dawana?
Dawana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dawana?
The pincode of Dawana is 451660.
What is the population of Dawana?
Dawana has a total population of 3,608, including 1,828 males and 1,780 females.
How many households are there in Dawana?
There are 785 households in Dawana.
What is the literacy rate in Dawana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dawana is 68.07%. Male literacy is 75.38% and female literacy is 60.56%.