Dewas
Dewas is a village located in Handiya tehsil of Harda district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Handiya (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Harda. As per 2009 stats, Bhadugaon is the gram panchayat of Dewas village.
Here you can discover what makes Dewas unique in its vibrant Handiya-Harda region. You’ll see Dewas’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dewas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dewas is 486878. The village spans a total geographical area of 856.94 hectares. Harda is nearest town to Dewas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Dewas
Population of Dewas
According to the 2011 Census, Dewas has a total population of about 919, with approximately 536 males and 383 females. The sex ratio is around 714 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 143 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 128 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 390. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.48%, with male literacy at about 67.72% and female literacy near 52.74%. There are around 234 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dewas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 919 | 536 | 383 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 79 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 75 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 390 | 229 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 565 | 363 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 173 | 181 |
Connectivity of Dewas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dewas. As per the 2011 stats, Dewas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dewas
Knowing the nearby villages of Dewas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dewas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dewas
- Where is Dewas located?
- Dewas village is situated in Handiya Tehsil, within the Harda district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dewas?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dewas is Bhadugaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Dewas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dewas is 919, with 536 males and 383 females.
- How many households are there in Dewas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dewas village has a total of 234 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dewas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dewas is 61.48%. The male literacy rate is 67.72%, while the female literacy rate is 52.74%.