Enabad - Sonkatch, Dewas
Enabad is a village situated in the Sonkatch tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonkatch and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Enabad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Enabad is 473411. The village covers a total geographical area of 676.39 hectares and falls under the 455118 pincode. Sonkatch is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Enabad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonkatch Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dewas Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Enabad
As per Census 2011, Enabad village has a total population of 1,423 people, consisting of 724 males and 699 females. The village has 278 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 202 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 834 literate and 589 illiterate residents. Additionally, 539 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Enabad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,423 | 724 | 699 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 100 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 539 | 264 | 275 |
| Literate Population | 834 | 527 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 589 | 197 | 392 |
Nearby Villages of Enabad
Enabad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalukhedi | East | 1.70 km |
| Manasa | South | 1.72 km |
| Surakhedakhurd | East | 2.73 km |
| Mawada | South | 2.83 km |
| Salamkhedi | West | 3.14 km |
| Bhutiyakhurd | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Chobaradhira | North | 3.51 km |
| Bisakhedi | South-West | 3.66 km |
| Kharpadi | South | 3.75 km |
| Londiajagir | South-East | 3.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Enabad
Enabad is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Pir Umrod, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.9 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 Sonkatch to Enabad is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Enabad is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Enabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Enabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Enabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Enabad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Enabad
Where is Enabad located?
Enabad village is located in Sonkatch Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Enabad?
Enabad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Enabad?
The pincode of Enabad is 455118.
What is the population of Enabad?
Enabad has a total population of 1,423, including 724 males and 699 females.
How many households are there in Enabad?
There are 278 households in Enabad.
What is the literacy rate in Enabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Enabad is 58.61%. Male literacy is 72.79% and female literacy is 43.92%.