Dhau
Dhau is a village located in Jamai tehsil of Chhindwara district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Jamai (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Chhindwara. As per 2009 stats, Chikatbarri is the gram panchayat of Dhau village.
Here you can discover what makes Dhau unique in its vibrant Jamai-Chhindwara region. You’ll see Dhau’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dhau
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhau is 494476. The village spans a total geographical area of 1341 hectares. Damua is nearest town to Dhau village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Dhau
Population of Dhau
According to the 2011 Census, Dhau has a total population of about 1,688, with approximately 837 males and 851 females. The sex ratio is around 1016 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 342 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 52 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,616. The overall literacy rate is approximately 29.44%, with male literacy at about 35.01% and female literacy near 23.97%. There are around 300 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhau's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,688 | 837 | 851 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 342 | 169 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,616 | 800 | 816 |
| Literate Population | 497 | 293 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,191 | 544 | 647 |
Connectivity of Dhau
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhau. As per the 2011 stats, Dhau had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhau
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhau helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhau.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhau
- Where is Dhau located?
- Dhau village is situated in Jamai Tehsil, within the Chhindwara district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhau?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhau is Chikatbarri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Dhau as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhau is 1,688, with 837 males and 851 females.
- How many households are there in Dhau as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhau village has a total of 300 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhau as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhau is 29.44%. The male literacy rate is 35.01%, while the female literacy rate is 23.97%.