Dewaldi - Harsud, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Dewaldi is a village situated in the Harsud tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harsud and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Devaldi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewaldi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewaldi is 505536. The village covers a total geographical area of 807.92 hectares and falls under the 450116 pincode. Chanera(harsud) is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dewaldi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dewaldi
According to the 2011 Census, Dewaldi village had a total population of 1,649 people, including 840 males and 809 females, living in 375 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.04%, with male literacy at 83.65% and female literacy at 57.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 162, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 211.
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 | 1,649 | 840 | 809 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 155 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 89 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 101 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 952 | 573 | 379 |
| Illiterate Population | 697 | 267 | 430 |
Nearby Villages of Dewaldi
Dewaldi 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 Dewaldi
Dewaldi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Dewaldi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chanera(harsud) to Dewaldi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Dewaldi is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewaldi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewaldi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dewaldi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewaldi 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 Dewaldi
Where is Dewaldi located?
Dewaldi village is located in Harsud Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewaldi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewaldi is Devaldi.
What is the pincode of Dewaldi?
The pincode of Dewaldi is 450116.
What is the population of Dewaldi?
Dewaldi had a total population of 1,649, including 840 males and 809 females.
How many households are there in Dewaldi?
Dewaldi had 375 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewaldi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewaldi was 71.04%. Male literacy was 83.65% and female literacy was 57.86%.