Dewal Kheda - Biaora, Rajgarh
Dewal Kheda is a village situated in the Biaora tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biaora and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Devalkheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewal Kheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewal Kheda is 479715. The village covers a total geographical area of 459.33 hectares and falls under the 465683 pincode. Biaora is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dewal Kheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dewal Kheda
According to the 2011 Census, Dewal Kheda village had a total population of 1,049 people, including 533 males and 516 females, living in 243 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.83%, with male literacy at 76.16% and female literacy at 46.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 387, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 99.
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 | 1,049 | 533 | 516 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 80 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 387 | 193 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 46 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 546 | 345 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 503 | 188 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Dewal Kheda
Dewal Kheda 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 Dewal Kheda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dewal Kheda. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dewal Kheda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Biaora to Dewal Kheda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Dewal Kheda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewal Kheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewal Kheda 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 Dewal Kheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewal Kheda 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dewal Kheda
Where is Dewal Kheda located?
Dewal Kheda village is located in Biaora Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dewal Kheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewal Kheda is Devalkheda.
What is the pincode of Dewal Kheda?
The pincode of Dewal Kheda is 465683.
What is the population of Dewal Kheda?
Dewal Kheda had a total population of 1,049, including 533 males and 516 females.
How many households are there in Dewal Kheda?
Dewal Kheda had 243 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewal Kheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewal Kheda was 61.83%. Male literacy was 76.16% and female literacy was 46.74%.