Darwaji - Berasia, Bhopal
Darwaji is a village situated in the Berasia tehsil of Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berasia and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhopal. Pipalkhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darwaji village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darwaji is 482270. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.99 hectares and falls under the 463106 pincode. Berasia is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Darwaji village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Berasia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhopal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darwaji
As per Census 2011, Darwaji village has a total population of 329 people, consisting of 182 males and 147 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 807 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 210 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darwaji are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 329 | 182 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 23 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 27 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 144 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 38 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Darwaji
Darwaji 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 Darwaji
Darwaji is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Berasia to Darwaji is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhopal to Darwaji is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darwaji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darwaji 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darwaji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darwaji village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darwaji
Where is Darwaji located?
Darwaji village is located in Berasia Tehsil, Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darwaji?
The Gram Panchayat of Darwaji is Pipalkhedi.
What is the pincode of Darwaji?
The pincode of Darwaji is 463106.
What is the population of Darwaji?
Darwaji has a total population of 329, including 182 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Darwaji?
There are 70 households in Darwaji.
What is the literacy rate in Darwaji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darwaji is 63.83%. Male literacy is 79.12% and female literacy is 44.90%.