Dudwas - Khategaon, Dewas
Dudwas is a village situated in the Khategaon tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khategaon and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Dudwas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudwas is 474297. The village covers a total geographical area of 572.63 hectares and falls under the 455336 pincode. Khategaon is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Dudwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dudwas
As per Census 2011, Dudwas village has a total population of 1,442 people, consisting of 742 males and 700 females. The village has 271 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 316 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 537 literate and 905 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dudwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,442 | 742 | 700 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 162 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 537 | 344 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 905 | 398 | 507 |
Nearby Villages of Dudwas
Dudwas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Golpura | North-West | 1.63 km |
| Mirzapur | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Tamkhan | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Rawlas | South | 3.39 km |
| Bhandariya | West | 3.52 km |
| Rantha | North | 3.70 km |
| Siralyarewatir | East | 3.82 km |
| Melpipalya | South | 3.94 km |
| Kanjipura | North-East | 3.97 km |
| Khapras | South-West | 4.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dudwas
Dudwas is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Masangaon, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Khategaon to Dudwas is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Dudwas is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dudwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudwas 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dudwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dudwas 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 Dudwas
Where is Dudwas located?
Dudwas village is located in Khategaon Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dudwas?
Dudwas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dudwas?
The pincode of Dudwas is 455336.
What is the population of Dudwas?
Dudwas has a total population of 1,442, including 742 males and 700 females.
How many households are there in Dudwas?
There are 271 households in Dudwas.
What is the literacy rate in Dudwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudwas is 37.24%. Male literacy is 46.36% and female literacy is 27.57%.