Dehiwar - Dharampuri, Dhar
Dehiwar is a village situated in the Dharampuri tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharampuri and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Dehiwar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dehiwar is 475896. The village covers a total geographical area of 578.15 hectares and falls under the 454552 pincode. Dhamnod is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Dehiwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dehiwar
As per Census 2011, Dehiwar village has a total population of 2,464 people, consisting of 1,215 males and 1,249 females. The village has 505 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 374 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,149 literate and 1,315 illiterate residents. Additionally, 278 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,536 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dehiwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,464 | 1,215 | 1,249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 374 | 180 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 141 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,536 | 747 | 789 |
| Literate Population | 1,149 | 667 | 482 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,315 | 548 | 767 |
Nearby Villages of Dehiwar
Dehiwar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nimarani | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Palasya | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Balwari | North | 3.16 km |
| Beganda | South-West | 3.34 km |
| Matmur | South-East | 4.09 km |
| Guljhiri | West | 4.40 km |
| Bhatpura | South-West | 4.54 km |
| Jetapur | North-West | 4.77 km |
| Basvi | North | 4.90 km |
| Lasangaon | South | 5.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dehiwar
Dehiwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Dhamnod to Dehiwar is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Dehiwar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dehiwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dehiwar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dehiwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dehiwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dehiwar
Where is Dehiwar located?
Dehiwar village is located in Dharampuri Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dehiwar?
Dehiwar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dehiwar?
The pincode of Dehiwar is 454552.
What is the population of Dehiwar?
Dehiwar has a total population of 2,464, including 1,215 males and 1,249 females.
How many households are there in Dehiwar?
There are 505 households in Dehiwar.
What is the literacy rate in Dehiwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dehiwar is 46.63%. Male literacy is 54.90% and female literacy is 38.59%.