Dhuwa Khedi - Pachore, Rajgarh
Dhuwa Khedi is a village situated in the Pachore tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachore and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Bamori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhuwa Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhuwa Khedi is 480413. The village covers a total geographical area of 445.64 hectares and falls under the 465680 pincode. Pachore is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dhuwa Khedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narsinghgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhuwa Khedi
According to the 2011 Census, Dhuwa Khedi village had a total population of 862 people, including 453 males and 409 females, living in 216 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.71%, with male literacy at 84.79% and female literacy at 57.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 341, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 862 | 453 | 409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 52 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 341 | 186 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 555 | 340 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 113 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Dhuwa Khedi
Dhuwa Khedi 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 Dhuwa Khedi
Dhuwa Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pachore to Dhuwa Khedi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Dhuwa Khedi is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhuwa Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhuwa Khedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhuwa Khedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhuwa Khedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhuwa Khedi
Where is Dhuwa Khedi located?
Dhuwa Khedi village is located in Pachore Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhuwa Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhuwa Khedi is Bamori.
What is the pincode of Dhuwa Khedi?
The pincode of Dhuwa Khedi is 465680.
What is the population of Dhuwa Khedi?
Dhuwa Khedi had a total population of 862, including 453 males and 409 females.
How many households are there in Dhuwa Khedi?
Dhuwa Khedi had 216 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhuwa Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhuwa Khedi was 71.71%. Male literacy was 84.79% and female literacy was 57.64%.