Dhaturiya - Alot, Ratlam
Dhaturiya is a village situated in the Alot tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alot and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Thuria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhaturiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhaturiya is 470255. The village covers a total geographical area of 341.64 hectares and falls under the 457114 pincode. Alot is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dhaturiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhaturiya
According to the 2011 Census, Dhaturiya village had a total population of 527 people, including 268 males and 259 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.23%, with male literacy at 95.32% and female literacy at 57.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28.
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 | 527 | 268 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 33 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 346 | 224 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 44 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Dhaturiya
Dhaturiya 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 Dhaturiya
Dhaturiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Dhaturiya has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alot to Dhaturiya is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Dhaturiya is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhaturiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhaturiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhaturiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhaturiya 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 Dhaturiya
Where is Dhaturiya located?
Dhaturiya village is located in Alot Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhaturiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhaturiya is Thuria.
What is the pincode of Dhaturiya?
The pincode of Dhaturiya is 457114.
What is the population of Dhaturiya?
Dhaturiya had a total population of 527, including 268 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Dhaturiya?
Dhaturiya had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhaturiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhaturiya was 77.23%. Male literacy was 95.32% and female literacy was 57.28%.