Deewal - Pandhana, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Deewal is a village situated in the Pandhana tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandhana and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Diwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deewal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deewal is 506131. The village covers a total geographical area of 616.34 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Deewal 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 Deewal
As per Census 2011, Deewal village has a total population of 3,680 people, consisting of 1,866 males and 1,814 females. The village has 720 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 603 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,855 literate and 1,825 illiterate residents. Additionally, 235 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,623 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deewal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,680 | 1,866 | 1,814 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 603 | 298 | 305 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 235 | 101 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,623 | 826 | 797 |
| Literate Population | 1,855 | 1,068 | 787 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,825 | 798 | 1,027 |
Nearby Villages of Deewal
Deewal 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 Deewal
Deewal 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 Khandwa to Deewal is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deewal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Deewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deewal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Deewal
Where is Deewal located?
Deewal village is located in Pandhana Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Deewal is Diwal.
What is the pincode of Deewal?
The pincode of Deewal is 450001.
What is the population of Deewal?
Deewal has a total population of 3,680, including 1,866 males and 1,814 females.
How many households are there in Deewal?
There are 720 households in Deewal.
What is the literacy rate in Deewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deewal is 50.41%. Male literacy is 57.23% and female literacy is 43.38%.