Dahi - Bijawar, Chhatarpur
Dahi is a village situated in the Bijawar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijawar and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Baxohi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahi is 458294. The village covers a total geographical area of 1181.25 hectares and falls under the 471405 pincode. Bijawar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dahi
According to the 2011 Census, Dahi village had a total population of 1,452 people, including 770 males and 682 females, living in 256 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.97%, with male literacy at 50.98% and female literacy at 38.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 535.
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 | 1,452 | 770 | 682 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 158 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 535 | 274 | 261 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 514 | 312 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 938 | 458 | 480 |
Nearby Villages of Dahi
Dahi 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 Dahi
Dahi 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 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 Bijawar to Dahi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Dahi 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 Dahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dahi 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 Dahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dahi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dahi
Where is Dahi located?
Dahi village is located in Bijawar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dahi is Baxohi.
What is the pincode of Dahi?
The pincode of Dahi is 471405.
What is the population of Dahi?
Dahi had a total population of 1,452, including 770 males and 682 females.
How many households are there in Dahi?
Dahi had 256 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahi was 44.97%. Male literacy was 50.98% and female literacy was 38.04%.