Dewargarh - Shahpura, Dindori
Dewargarh is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dindori. Payali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewargarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewargarh is 491773. The village covers a total geographical area of 520.5 hectares and falls under the 481672 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Dewargarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dewargarh
According to the 2011 Census, Dewargarh village had a total population of 888 people, including 423 males and 465 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 1,099 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.38%, with male literacy at 56.03% and female literacy at 37.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 874.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 888 | 423 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 75 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 874 | 419 | 455 |
| Literate Population | 333 | 195 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 555 | 228 | 327 |
Nearby Villages of Dewargarh
Dewargarh is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dewargarh
Dewargarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Shahpura to Dewargarh is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dindori to Dewargarh is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewargarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewargarh 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 Dewargarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewargarh 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 Dewargarh
Where is Dewargarh located?
Dewargarh village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dewargarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewargarh is Payali.
What is the pincode of Dewargarh?
The pincode of Dewargarh is 481672.
What is the population of Dewargarh?
Dewargarh had a total population of 888, including 423 males and 465 females.
How many households are there in Dewargarh?
Dewargarh had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewargarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewargarh was 46.38%. Male literacy was 56.03% and female literacy was 37.30%.