Dewdha - Kukshi, Dhar
Dewdha is a village situated in the Kukshi tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kukshi and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Devdha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewdha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewdha is 475418. The village covers a total geographical area of 702.24 hectares and falls under the 454221 pincode. Kukshi is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Dewdha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dewdha
As per Census 2011, Dewdha village has a total population of 2,275 people, consisting of 1,135 males and 1,140 females. The village has 330 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 587 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 454 literate and 1,821 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,267 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewdha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,275 | 1,135 | 1,140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 587 | 292 | 295 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,267 | 1,128 | 1,139 |
| Literate Population | 454 | 268 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,821 | 867 | 954 |
Nearby Villages of Dewdha
Dewdha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raisinghpura | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Thuwati | South | 2.49 km |
| Undali | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Mahakalpura | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Jaminyapura | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Bhamori | East | 3.46 km |
| Agar | North | 3.61 km |
| Jamlabag | North-East | 3.63 km |
| Bagpura | East | 3.76 km |
| Risawala | West | 4.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dewdha
Dewdha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Nahargarh, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kukshi to Dewdha is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Dewdha 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 Dewdha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewdha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dewdha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewdha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dewdha
Where is Dewdha located?
Dewdha village is located in Kukshi Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewdha?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewdha is Devdha.
What is the pincode of Dewdha?
The pincode of Dewdha is 454221.
What is the population of Dewdha?
Dewdha has a total population of 2,275, including 1,135 males and 1,140 females.
How many households are there in Dewdha?
There are 330 households in Dewdha.
What is the literacy rate in Dewdha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewdha is 19.96%. Male literacy is 23.61% and female literacy is 16.32%.