Dwara

Dwara is a village located in Murwara tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from Katni, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Dwara village. As per 2009 stats, Posara is the gram panchayat of Dwara village.

Dwara has its own place in the vibrant Katni 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 Dwara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dwara is 488066. The village spans a total geographical area of 171.77 hectares. Katni is nearest town to Dwara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dwara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Murwara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Dwara

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 850 440 410
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 141 67 74
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 140 75 65
Literate Population 380 235 145
Illiterate Population 470 205 265

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

  • The total population of Dwara village is around 850, including approximately 440 males and 410 females, with a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 141 children aged 0–6 years in Dwara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dwara village has 140 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dwara village is about 44.71%, with male literacy at 53.41% and female literacy at 35.37%.
  • There are around 161 households in Dwara village.

Connectivity of Dwara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dwara. As per the 2011 stats, Dwara 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

Nearby Villages of Dwara

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dwara

Where is Dwara located?
Dwara village is situated in Murwara Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dwara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dwara is Posara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Dwara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dwara is 850, with 440 males and 410 females.
How many households are there in Dwara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dwara village has a total of 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dwara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dwara is 44.71%. The male literacy rate is 53.41%, while the female literacy rate is 35.37%.