Daudwa - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Daudwa is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Dodwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daudwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daudwa is 477501. The village covers a total geographical area of 2603 hectares and falls under the 451335 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Daudwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhikangaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daudwa
As per Census 2011, Daudwa village has a total population of 5,199 people, consisting of 2,599 males and 2,600 females. The village has 996 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 795 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,686 literate and 2,513 illiterate residents. Additionally, 387 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,852 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daudwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,199 | 2,599 | 2,600 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 795 | 393 | 402 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 387 | 195 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,852 | 1,409 | 1,443 |
| Literate Population | 2,686 | 1,578 | 1,108 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,513 | 1,021 | 1,492 |
Nearby Villages of Daudwa
Daudwa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sagadiyaw | North-West | 3.64 km |
| Gunjari | North | 4.73 km |
| Pachhaya | South-West | 4.74 km |
| Jirawat | North-West | 5.84 km |
| Baidiya Khurd | North | 6.51 km |
| Jamniya Khedi | North | 6.74 km |
| Delgaon | North-West | 7.17 km |
| Dasora | West | 7.34 km |
| Parethi | North-East | 7.38 km |
| Borgaon | West | 7.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daudwa
Daudwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Attar, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.6 km.
| 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 Bhikangaon to Daudwa is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Daudwa is about 82 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 Daudwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daudwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Daudwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daudwa 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Daudwa
Where is Daudwa located?
Daudwa village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daudwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Daudwa is Dodwa.
What is the pincode of Daudwa?
The pincode of Daudwa is 451335.
What is the population of Daudwa?
Daudwa has a total population of 5,199, including 2,599 males and 2,600 females.
How many households are there in Daudwa?
There are 996 households in Daudwa.
What is the literacy rate in Daudwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daudwa is 51.66%. Male literacy is 60.72% and female literacy is 42.62%.