Dehri - Satwas, Dewas
Dehri is a village situated in the Satwas tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satwas and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Dehri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dehri is 473808. The village covers a total geographical area of 1015.58 hectares and falls under the 455118 pincode. Kantaphod is the nearest town.
Dehri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dewas Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Dehri
As per Census 2011, Dehri village has a total population of 1,160 people, consisting of 604 males and 556 females. The village has 203 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 98 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 662 literate and 498 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,124 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dehri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,160 | 604 | 556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 57 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 13 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,124 | 581 | 543 |
| Literate Population | 662 | 386 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 498 | 218 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Dehri
Dehri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gadiya | South | 3.00 km |
| Tumdi Kheda | North-West | 3.14 km |
| Raising Pura | South-West | 3.58 km |
| Nimlay | North-East | 4.02 km |
| Rupalyapura | South-West | 4.10 km |
| Borkhalya | South | 4.21 km |
| Takdi | South-East | 4.35 km |
| Bajranggarh | North-West | 4.54 km |
| Chorwan | East | 4.79 km |
| Badkun | South-East | 5.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dehri
Dehri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mukhtiar Balwar, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.8 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 Dewas to Dehri is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dehri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dehri 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 Dehri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dehri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dehri
Where is Dehri located?
Dehri village is located in Satwas Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dehri?
Dehri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dehri?
The pincode of Dehri is 455118.
What is the population of Dehri?
Dehri has a total population of 1,160, including 604 males and 556 females.
How many households are there in Dehri?
There are 203 households in Dehri.
What is the literacy rate in Dehri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dehri is 57.07%. Male literacy is 63.91% and female literacy is 49.64%.