Dhama
Dhama is a village located in Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Khalwa (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Khandwa. As per 2009 stats, Dhama F V is the gram panchayat of Dhama village.
Here you can discover what makes Dhama unique in its vibrant Khalwa-Khandwa region. You’ll see Dhama’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dhama
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhama is 505688. Khandwa is nearest town to Dhama village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dhama
Population of Dhama
According to the 2011 Census, Dhama has a total population of about 1,324, with approximately 704 males and 620 females. The sex ratio is around 880 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 267 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 10 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,307. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.03%, with male literacy at about 42.76% and female literacy near 28.39%. There are around 211 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhama's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Dhama
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhama. As per the 2011 stats, Dhama had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhama
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhama helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhama.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhama
- Where is Dhama located?
- Dhama village is situated in Khalwa Tehsil, within the Khandwa district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhama?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhama is Dhama F V (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Dhama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhama is 1,324, with 704 males and 620 females.
- How many households are there in Dhama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhama village has a total of 211 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhama as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhama is 36.03%. The male literacy rate is 42.76%, while the female literacy rate is 28.39%.