Dehri - Chachaura, Guna
Dehri is a village situated in the Chachaura tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chachaura and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Dehri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dehri is 499956. The village covers a total geographical area of 927 hectares and falls under the 473115 pincode. Chachaura-binaganj is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Dehri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chachoura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dehri
As per Census 2011, Dehri village has a total population of 1,191 people, consisting of 617 males and 574 females. The village has 244 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 641 literate and 550 illiterate residents. Additionally, 325 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dehri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,191 | 617 | 574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 82 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 325 | 166 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 641 | 403 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 550 | 214 | 336 |
Nearby Villages of Dehri
Dehri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biba Khedi | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Teligaon | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Barkhua | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Rupahedi | North | 4.10 km |
| Higoni | East | 4.20 km |
| Chopankala | North | 4.26 km |
| Bapcha Vikram | East | 4.55 km |
| Khejra Kalan | North-East | 4.64 km |
| Dabarya | West | 5.37 km |
| Pura Lakhanwas | North-West | 5.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dehri
Dehri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Penchi, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chachaura-binaganj to Dehri is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Dehri 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 Dehri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dehri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dehri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dehri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dehri
Where is Dehri located?
Dehri village is located in Chachaura Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dehri?
Dehri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dehri?
The pincode of Dehri is 473115.
What is the population of Dehri?
Dehri has a total population of 1,191, including 617 males and 574 females.
How many households are there in Dehri?
There are 244 households in Dehri.
What is the literacy rate in Dehri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dehri is 53.82%. Male literacy is 65.32% and female literacy is 41.46%.