Dabhad - Manawar, Dhar
Dabhad is a village situated in the Manawar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manawar and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Davhad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dabhad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dabhad is 475789. The village covers a total geographical area of 1288.81 hectares and falls under the 454446 pincode. Manawar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Dabhad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dabhad
As per Census 2011, Dabhad village has a total population of 3,620 people, consisting of 1,827 males and 1,793 females. The village has 788 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 526 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,808 literate and 1,812 illiterate residents. Additionally, 160 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,273 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dabhad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,620 | 1,827 | 1,793 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 526 | 267 | 259 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 84 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,273 | 1,646 | 1,627 |
| Literate Population | 1,808 | 1,105 | 703 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,812 | 722 | 1,090 |
Nearby Villages of Dabhad
Dabhad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamanya | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Ramadhama | North | 2.36 km |
| Birampura | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Bagadi | South-East | 3.54 km |
| Modkanapur | South | 3.63 km |
| Utawad | North-West | 3.66 km |
| Dedagaon | South-West | 3.68 km |
| Piplya Kamin | East | 3.74 km |
| Piplya Khut | East | 3.82 km |
| Ibrahimpura | East | 4.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dabhad
Dabhad 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 64.1 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 Manawar to Dabhad is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Dabhad is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dabhad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dabhad 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dabhad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dabhad 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 Dabhad
Where is Dabhad located?
Dabhad village is located in Manawar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dabhad?
The Gram Panchayat of Dabhad is Davhad.
What is the pincode of Dabhad?
The pincode of Dabhad is 454446.
What is the population of Dabhad?
Dabhad has a total population of 3,620, including 1,827 males and 1,793 females.
How many households are there in Dabhad?
There are 788 households in Dabhad.
What is the literacy rate in Dabhad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dabhad is 49.94%. Male literacy is 60.48% and female literacy is 39.21%.