Dhawad Buzurg - Bhanpura, Mandsaur
Dhawad Buzurg is a village situated in the Bhanpura tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanpura and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Dhawadbujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhawad Buzurg village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhawad Buzurg is 469089. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.04 hectares and falls under the 458775 pincode. Bhanpura is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dhawad Buzurg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Garoth Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhawad Buzurg
According to the 2011 Census, Dhawad Buzurg village had a total population of 1,256 people, including 654 males and 602 females, living in 225 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.68%, with male literacy at 59.92% and female literacy at 27.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 682.
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 | 1,256 | 654 | 602 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 135 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 682 | 345 | 337 |
| Literate Population | 437 | 311 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 819 | 343 | 476 |
Nearby Villages of Dhawad Buzurg
Dhawad Buzurg 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 Dhawad Buzurg
Dhawad Buzurg is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Bhanpura to Dhawad Buzurg is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Dhawad Buzurg is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhawad Buzurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhawad Buzurg village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhawad Buzurg
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhawad Buzurg 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 Dhawad Buzurg
Where is Dhawad Buzurg located?
Dhawad Buzurg village is located in Bhanpura Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhawad Buzurg?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhawad Buzurg is Dhawadbujurg.
What is the pincode of Dhawad Buzurg?
The pincode of Dhawad Buzurg is 458775.
What is the population of Dhawad Buzurg?
Dhawad Buzurg had a total population of 1,256, including 654 males and 602 females.
How many households are there in Dhawad Buzurg?
Dhawad Buzurg had 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhawad Buzurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhawad Buzurg was 44.68%. Male literacy was 59.92% and female literacy was 27.45%.