Dewalra - Manawar, Dhar
Dewalra is a village situated in the Manawar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manawar and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Devlara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewalra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewalra is 475802. The village covers a total geographical area of 539 hectares and falls under the 454446 pincode. Manawar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dewalra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dewalra
As per Census 2011, Dewalra village has a total population of 1,999 people, consisting of 1,009 males and 990 females. The village has 386 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 242 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,125 literate and 874 illiterate residents. Additionally, 187 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,267 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewalra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,999 | 1,009 | 990 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 139 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 87 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,267 | 645 | 622 |
| Literate Population | 1,125 | 684 | 441 |
| Illiterate Population | 874 | 325 | 549 |
Nearby Villages of Dewalra
Dewalra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Salepurkhedi | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Gogawa | South | 1.86 km |
| Dedagaon | North | 2.13 km |
| Sulgaon | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Modkanapur | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Rehmanpura | North-West | 2.94 km |
| Tawalai Buzurg | West | 3.19 km |
| Eklara Buzurg | East | 3.23 km |
| Birampura | North | 3.52 km |
| Mahapura | South-West | 3.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dewalra
Dewalra is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manawar to Dewalra is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Dewalra is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewalra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewalra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dewalra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewalra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dewalra
Where is Dewalra located?
Dewalra village is located in Manawar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewalra?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewalra is Devlara.
What is the pincode of Dewalra?
The pincode of Dewalra is 454446.
What is the population of Dewalra?
Dewalra has a total population of 1,999, including 1,009 males and 990 females.
How many households are there in Dewalra?
There are 386 households in Dewalra.
What is the literacy rate in Dewalra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewalra is 56.28%. Male literacy is 67.79% and female literacy is 44.55%.