Dewada - Thikri, Barwani
Dewada 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 66 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Madranya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewada is 478229. The village covers a total geographical area of 454.99 hectares and falls under the 451660 pincode. Anjad is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Dewada 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 Dewada
According to the 2011 Census, Dewada village had a total population of 919 people, including 449 males and 470 females, living in 156 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.42%, with male literacy at 63.37% and female literacy at 44.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 919.
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 | 919 | 449 | 470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 75 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 919 | 449 | 470 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 237 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 505 | 212 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Dewada
Dewada 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 Dewada
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dewada.
| 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 Anjad to Dewada is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Dewada is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dewada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dewada
Where is Dewada located?
Dewada village is located in Thikri Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dewada?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewada is Madranya.
What is the pincode of Dewada?
The pincode of Dewada is 451660.
What is the population of Dewada?
Dewada had a total population of 919, including 449 males and 470 females.
How many households are there in Dewada?
Dewada had 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewada was 53.42%. Male literacy was 63.37% and female literacy was 44.14%.