Dhapla - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Dhapla is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Samraj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhapla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhapla is 476943. The village covers a total geographical area of 206.95 hectares and falls under the 451221 pincode. Mandleshwar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Dhapla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhapla
According to the 2011 Census, Dhapla village had a total population of 628 people, including 314 males and 314 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.48%, with male literacy at 78.28% and female literacy at 48.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 168, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 291.
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 | 628 | 314 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 47 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 89 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 291 | 138 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 339 | 209 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 289 | 105 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Dhapla
Dhapla 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 Dhapla
Dhapla is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mandleshwar to Dhapla is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Dhapla is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhapla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhapla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhapla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhapla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhapla
Where is Dhapla located?
Dhapla village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhapla?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhapla is Samraj.
What is the pincode of Dhapla?
The pincode of Dhapla is 451221.
What is the population of Dhapla?
Dhapla had a total population of 628, including 314 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Dhapla?
Dhapla had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhapla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhapla was 63.48%. Male literacy was 78.28% and female literacy was 48.69%.