Dobhi (Salhepani) - Niwas, Mandla
Dobhi (Salhepani) is a village situated in the Niwas tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niwas and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Dobhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dobhi (Salhepani) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dobhi (Salhepani) is 492476. The village covers a total geographical area of 211.97 hectares and falls under the 481661 pincode. Niwas is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dobhi (Salhepani) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dobhi (Salhepani)
According to the 2011 Census, Dobhi (Salhepani) village had a total population of 698 people, including 369 males and 329 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.27%, with male literacy at 66.11% and female literacy at 31.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 643.
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 | 698 | 369 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 68 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 643 | 343 | 300 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 199 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 170 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Dobhi (Salhepani)
Dobhi (Salhepani) 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 Dobhi (Salhepani)
Dobhi (Salhepani) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 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 Niwas to Dobhi (Salhepani) is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Dobhi (Salhepani) is about 40 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 Dobhi (Salhepani)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dobhi (Salhepani) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dobhi (Salhepani)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dobhi (Salhepani) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dobhi (Salhepani)
Where is Dobhi (Salhepani) located?
Dobhi (Salhepani) village is located in Niwas Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dobhi (Salhepani)?
The Gram Panchayat of Dobhi (Salhepani) is Dobhi.
What is the pincode of Dobhi (Salhepani)?
The pincode of Dobhi (Salhepani) is 481661.
What is the population of Dobhi (Salhepani)?
Dobhi (Salhepani) had a total population of 698, including 369 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Dobhi (Salhepani)?
Dobhi (Salhepani) had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dobhi (Salhepani)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dobhi (Salhepani) was 50.27%. Male literacy was 66.11% and female literacy was 31.92%.