Dhawdi - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Dhawdi is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Dhavdi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhawdi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhawdi is 505561. The village covers a total geographical area of 586.12 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Chanera(harsud) is the nearest town.
Dhawdi 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 Dhawdi
According to the 2011 Census, Dhawdi village had a total population of 1,096 people, including 582 males and 514 females, living in 216 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.26%, with male literacy at 67.07% and female literacy at 43.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,057.
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 | 1,096 | 582 | 514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 90 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,057 | 559 | 498 |
| Literate Population | 512 | 330 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 584 | 252 | 332 |
Nearby Villages of Dhawdi
Dhawdi 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 Dhawdi
Dhawdi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Khandwa to Dhawdi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhawdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhawdi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhawdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhawdi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dhawdi
Where is Dhawdi located?
Dhawdi village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhawdi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhawdi is Dhavdi.
What is the pincode of Dhawdi?
The pincode of Dhawdi is 450001.
What is the population of Dhawdi?
Dhawdi had a total population of 1,096, including 582 males and 514 females.
How many households are there in Dhawdi?
Dhawdi had 216 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhawdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhawdi was 56.26%. Male literacy was 67.07% and female literacy was 43.54%.