Dewra - Bijawar, Chhatarpur
Dewra is a village situated in the Bijawar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijawar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Deora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewra is 458397. The village covers a total geographical area of 2251.27 hectares and falls under the 471405 pincode. Bijawar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dewra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dewra
According to the 2011 Census, Dewra village had a total population of 1,331 people, including 720 males and 611 females, living in 284 households. The sex ratio was 849 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.91%, with male literacy at 70.46% and female literacy at 56.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 465, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 1,331 | 720 | 611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 87 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 465 | 251 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 742 | 446 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 589 | 274 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Dewra
Dewra 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 Dewra
Dewra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bijawar to Dewra is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Dewra is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewra 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dewra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewra 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 Dewra
Where is Dewra located?
Dewra village is located in Bijawar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewra?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewra is Deora.
What is the pincode of Dewra?
The pincode of Dewra is 471405.
What is the population of Dewra?
Dewra had a total population of 1,331, including 720 males and 611 females.
How many households are there in Dewra?
Dewra had 284 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewra was 63.91%. Male literacy was 70.46% and female literacy was 56.06%.