Dewara - Mehgaon, Bhind
Dewara is a village situated in the Mehgaon tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehgaon and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Devra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewara is 453100. The village covers a total geographical area of 500.63 hectares and falls under the 477557 pincode. Mehgaon is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Dewara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dewara
As per Census 2011, Dewara village has a total population of 1,242 people, consisting of 699 males and 543 females. The village has 182 households and a sex ratio of 776 females per 1,000 males. There are 188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 781 literate and 461 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,242 | 699 | 543 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 102 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 46 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 781 | 509 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 461 | 190 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Dewara
Dewara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shyampura | West | 1.97 km |
| Rajpura | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Manikpura | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Rabia Pura | North-East | 2.44 km |
| Kethoda | South | 2.79 km |
| Dhanoli | North | 2.92 km |
| Palia | West | 3.15 km |
| Ekori | South-East | 3.34 km |
| Gutore | East | 3.56 km |
| Gadroli | South-West | 3.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dewara
Dewara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Asokhar, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mehgaon to Dewara is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Dewara is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dewara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dewara
Where is Dewara located?
Dewara village is located in Mehgaon Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewara is Devra.
What is the pincode of Dewara?
The pincode of Dewara is 477557.
What is the population of Dewara?
Dewara has a total population of 1,242, including 699 males and 543 females.
How many households are there in Dewara?
There are 182 households in Dewara.
What is the literacy rate in Dewara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewara is 62.88%. Male literacy is 72.82% and female literacy is 50.09%.