Dapkaya - Pandhana, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Dapkaya is a village situated in the Pandhana tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandhana and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Mandwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dapkaya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dapkaya is 506139. The village covers a total geographical area of 464.71 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Pandhana is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Dapkaya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dapkaya
As per Census 2011, Dapkaya village has a total population of 333 people, consisting of 176 males and 157 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 158 literate and 175 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 235 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dapkaya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 333 | 176 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 235 | 120 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 104 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 72 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Dapkaya
Dapkaya 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 Dapkaya
Dapkaya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Pandhana to Dapkaya is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Dapkaya is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dapkaya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dapkaya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dapkaya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dapkaya 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 Dapkaya
Where is Dapkaya located?
Dapkaya village is located in Pandhana Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dapkaya?
The Gram Panchayat of Dapkaya is Mandwa.
What is the pincode of Dapkaya?
The pincode of Dapkaya is 450001.
What is the population of Dapkaya?
Dapkaya has a total population of 333, including 176 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Dapkaya?
There are 80 households in Dapkaya.
What is the literacy rate in Dapkaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dapkaya is 47.45%. Male literacy is 59.09% and female literacy is 34.39%.