Dorwada
Dorwada is a village located in Malhargarh tehsil of Mandsaur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Malhargarh (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Mandsaur. As per 2009 stats, Dorwada village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dorwada unique in its vibrant Malhargarh-Mandsaur region. You’ll see Dorwada’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 Dorwada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dorwada is 469238. The village spans a total geographical area of 1208.71 hectares. Piplya Mandi is nearest town to Dorwada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Dorwada
Population of Dorwada
According to the 2011 Census, Dorwada has a total population of about 2,512, with approximately 1,272 males and 1,240 females. The sex ratio is around 974 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 308 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 601 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 8. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.14%, with male literacy at about 77.83% and female literacy near 48.06%. There are around 681 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dorwada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,512 | 1,272 | 1,240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 163 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 601 | 317 | 284 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 8 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,586 | 990 | 596 |
| Illiterate Population | 926 | 282 | 644 |
Connectivity of Dorwada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dorwada. As per the 2011 stats, Dorwada 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 Dorwada
Knowing the nearby villages of Dorwada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dorwada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dorwada
- Where is Dorwada located?
- Dorwada village is situated in Malhargarh Tehsil, within the Mandsaur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dorwada?
- Dorwada serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dorwada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dorwada is 2,512, with 1,272 males and 1,240 females.
- How many households are there in Dorwada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dorwada village has a total of 681 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dorwada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dorwada is 63.14%. The male literacy rate is 77.83%, while the female literacy rate is 48.06%.