Dhikwada

Dhikwada is a village located in Sohagpur tehsil of Hoshangabad district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Sohagpur (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Hoshangabad. As per 2009 stats, Dikbada is the gram panchayat of Dhikwada village.

Dhikwada has its own place in the vibrant Hoshangabad region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dhikwada

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhikwada is 487752. The village spans a total geographical area of 424.64 hectares. Pipariya is nearest town to Dhikwada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Dhikwada

Below is a concise population overview of Dhikwada as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,053 550 503
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 192 103 89
Scheduled Castes (SC) 217 116 101
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 517 321 196
Illiterate Population 536 229 307

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhikwada village:

  • The total population of Dhikwada village is around 1,053, including approximately 550 males and 503 females, with a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 192 children aged 0–6 years in Dhikwada village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhikwada village has 217 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dhikwada village is about 49.10%, with male literacy at 58.36% and female literacy at 38.97%.
  • There are around 206 households in Dhikwada village.

Connectivity of Dhikwada

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhikwada. As per the 2011 stats, Dhikwada had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhikwada

Knowing the nearby villages of Dhikwada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhikwada.

Mahuwa Kheda Kalan Sothar Berkhedi Bareli Chanderi Bainganiya Panjara Ajneri Jhirmita Pipariya Kalan Bhonkhedi Khurd

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhikwada

Where is Dhikwada located?
Dhikwada village is situated in Sohagpur Tehsil, within the Hoshangabad district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhikwada?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhikwada is Dikbada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Dhikwada as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhikwada is 1,053, with 550 males and 503 females.
How many households are there in Dhikwada as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhikwada village has a total of 206 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhikwada as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhikwada is 49.10%. The male literacy rate is 58.36%, while the female literacy rate is 38.97%.