Dhodabeli - Harrai, Chhindwara
Dhodabeli is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Ratamati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhodabeli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhodabeli is 494170. The village covers a total geographical area of 456.27 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dhodabeli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhodabeli
According to the 2011 Census, Dhodabeli village had a total population of 157 people, including 76 males and 81 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,066 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.82%, with male literacy at 56.67% and female literacy at 41.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 157.
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 | 157 | 76 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 157 | 76 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 34 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 42 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Dhodabeli
Dhodabeli 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 Dhodabeli
Dhodabeli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Harrai to Dhodabeli is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Dhodabeli is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhodabeli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhodabeli 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 Dhodabeli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhodabeli 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 Dhodabeli
Where is Dhodabeli located?
Dhodabeli village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhodabeli?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhodabeli is Ratamati.
What is the pincode of Dhodabeli?
The pincode of Dhodabeli is 480224.
What is the population of Dhodabeli?
Dhodabeli had a total population of 157, including 76 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Dhodabeli?
Dhodabeli had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhodabeli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhodabeli was 48.82%. Male literacy was 56.67% and female literacy was 41.79%.