Dewali Khurd - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Dewali Khurd is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Devalikhurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewali Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewali Khurd is 505632. The village covers a total geographical area of 528.29 hectares and falls under the 450051 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Dewali Khurd 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 Dewali Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Dewali Khurd village had a total population of 1,357 people, including 656 males and 701 females, living in 289 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.48%, with male literacy at 49.32% and female literacy at 36.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,178.
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 | 1,357 | 656 | 701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 141 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,178 | 563 | 615 |
| Literate Population | 455 | 254 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 902 | 402 | 500 |
Nearby Villages of Dewali Khurd
Dewali Khurd 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 Dewali Khurd
Dewali Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khandwa to Dewali Khurd is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewali Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewali Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dewali Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewali Khurd 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 Dewali Khurd
Where is Dewali Khurd located?
Dewali Khurd village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dewali Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewali Khurd is Devalikhurd.
What is the pincode of Dewali Khurd?
The pincode of Dewali Khurd is 450051.
What is the population of Dewali Khurd?
Dewali Khurd had a total population of 1,357, including 656 males and 701 females.
How many households are there in Dewali Khurd?
Dewali Khurd had 289 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewali Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewali Khurd was 42.48%. Male literacy was 49.32% and female literacy was 36.15%.