Dendu - Harrai, Chhindwara
Dendu is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Belpathar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dendu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dendu is 494073. The village covers a total geographical area of 1067.9 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Dendu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dendu
According to the 2011 Census, Dendu village had a total population of 842 people, including 410 males and 432 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.13%, with male literacy at 60.86% and female literacy at 34.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 842.
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 | 842 | 410 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 83 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 842 | 410 | 432 |
| Literate Population | 320 | 199 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 522 | 211 | 311 |
Nearby Villages of Dendu
Dendu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chaurasi | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Dorli | East | 3.19 km |
| Ghorawadi | South | 3.29 km |
| Jhapat | East | 3.60 km |
| Belpathar | West | 3.71 km |
| Bamdi | North-West | 4.13 km |
| Chargaon Kalan | North | 4.62 km |
| Damkhoh | South-West | 4.67 km |
| Jhirna | South-East | 4.92 km |
| Borpani | North | 5.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dendu
Dendu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Parasia, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.5 km.
| 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 Harrai to Dendu is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Dendu is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dendu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dendu 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dendu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dendu 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 Dendu
Where is Dendu located?
Dendu village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dendu?
The Gram Panchayat of Dendu is Belpathar.
What is the pincode of Dendu?
The pincode of Dendu is 480224.
What is the population of Dendu?
Dendu had a total population of 842, including 410 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Dendu?
Dendu had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dendu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dendu was 47.13%. Male literacy was 60.86% and female literacy was 34.38%.