Dhalpat - Suwasara, Mandsaur
Dhalpat is a village situated in the Suwasara tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Suwasra and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Dhalpat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhalpat is 469910. The village covers a total geographical area of 1148.6 hectares and falls under the 458888 pincode. Suwasara is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Dhalpat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suwasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhalpat
As per Census 2011, Dhalpat village has a total population of 2,328 people, consisting of 1,209 males and 1,119 females. The village has 475 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 275 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,470 literate and 858 illiterate residents. Additionally, 502 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 99 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhalpat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,328 | 1,209 | 1,119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 136 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 502 | 260 | 242 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 55 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 1,470 | 947 | 523 |
| Illiterate Population | 858 | 262 | 596 |
Nearby Villages of Dhalpat
Dhalpat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamunya | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Dhablamahesh | North-West | 2.59 km |
| Dhamanya | West | 3.22 km |
| Deoriya Vijay | South | 3.46 km |
| Guradiya Pratap | South-East | 3.47 km |
| Ruparel | South-West | 3.51 km |
| Rehatadi | West | 3.71 km |
| Khejdiya Megha | East | 4.28 km |
| Hanspura | North-East | 4.66 km |
| Kantiya | South-West | 5.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhalpat
Dhalpat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hanspura, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Suwasara to Dhalpat is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Dhalpat is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhalpat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhalpat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhalpat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhalpat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dhalpat
Where is Dhalpat located?
Dhalpat village is located in Suwasara Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhalpat?
Dhalpat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhalpat?
The pincode of Dhalpat is 458888.
What is the population of Dhalpat?
Dhalpat has a total population of 2,328, including 1,209 males and 1,119 females.
How many households are there in Dhalpat?
There are 475 households in Dhalpat.
What is the literacy rate in Dhalpat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhalpat is 63.14%. Male literacy is 78.33% and female literacy is 46.74%.