Devdha - Dahi, Dhar
Devdha is a village situated in the Dahi tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahi and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Devdha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devdha is 475580. The village covers a total geographical area of 789.38 hectares and falls under the 454001 pincode. Dahi is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Devdha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kukshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devdha
As per Census 2011, Devdha village has a total population of 1,987 people, consisting of 1,003 males and 984 females. The village has 365 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 340 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 541 literate and 1,446 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,909 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devdha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,987 | 1,003 | 984 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 340 | 180 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,909 | 964 | 945 |
| Literate Population | 541 | 325 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,446 | 678 | 768 |
Nearby Villages of Devdha
Devdha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pendharwani | West | 2.43 km |
| Sidari | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Makadwani | East | 2.78 km |
| Atarsuma | North-West | 3.49 km |
| Thandala | North | 3.81 km |
| Ummedpura | West | 3.84 km |
| Bhagawa | North-West | 4.40 km |
| Badwanya | North-East | 4.41 km |
| Jamda | South-West | 4.79 km |
| Ajgaon | East | 5.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devdha
Devdha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chhota Udepur, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dahi to Devdha is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Devdha is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devdha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devdha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Devdha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devdha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Devdha
Where is Devdha located?
Devdha village is located in Dahi Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devdha?
Devdha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devdha?
The pincode of Devdha is 454001.
What is the population of Devdha?
Devdha has a total population of 1,987, including 1,003 males and 984 females.
How many households are there in Devdha?
There are 365 households in Devdha.
What is the literacy rate in Devdha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devdha is 27.23%. Male literacy is 32.40% and female literacy is 21.95%.