Dhama - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Dhama is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Dhama F.v. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhama is 505688. The village falls under the 450001 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town.
Dhama 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 Dhama
As per Census 2011, Dhama village has a total population of 1,324 people, consisting of 704 males and 620 females. The village has 211 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 267 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 477 literate and 847 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,307 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,324 | 704 | 620 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 149 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,307 | 697 | 610 |
| Literate Population | 477 | 301 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 847 | 403 | 444 |
Nearby Villages of Dhama
Dhama 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 Dhama
Dhama is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Dhama is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhama 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 Dhama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhama
Where is Dhama located?
Dhama village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhama?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhama is Dhama F.v..
What is the pincode of Dhama?
The pincode of Dhama is 450001.
What is the population of Dhama?
Dhama has a total population of 1,324, including 704 males and 620 females.
How many households are there in Dhama?
There are 211 households in Dhama.
What is the literacy rate in Dhama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhama is 36.03%. Male literacy is 42.76% and female literacy is 28.39%.