Dewas - Sirmour, Rewa
Dewas is a village situated in the Sirmour tehsil of Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sirmour and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Rewa. Dewas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewas is 465517. The village covers a total geographical area of 632.74 hectares and falls under the 486441 pincode. Sirmour is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dewas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangawan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rewa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dewas
As per Census 2011, Dewas village has a total population of 3,328 people, consisting of 1,651 males and 1,677 females. The village has 698 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 426 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,911 literate and 1,417 illiterate residents. Additionally, 438 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 178 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,328 | 1,651 | 1,677 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 426 | 224 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 438 | 227 | 211 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 178 | 86 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 1,911 | 1,124 | 787 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,417 | 527 | 890 |
Nearby Villages of Dewas
Dewas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bahiwar | East | 1.85 km |
| Mala | North | 1.92 km |
| Bara | West | 2.06 km |
| Ataraila | West | 2.07 km |
| Hatari | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Sigai | North-West | 3.10 km |
| Kanatori | North | 3.16 km |
| Bilara | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Dhodhi | North-East | 3.21 km |
| Ataraila | South-East | 3.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dewas
Dewas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rewa, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sirmour to Dewas is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rewa to Dewas is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dewas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dewas
Where is Dewas located?
Dewas village is located in Sirmour Tehsil, Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewas?
Dewas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dewas?
The pincode of Dewas is 486441.
What is the population of Dewas?
Dewas has a total population of 3,328, including 1,651 males and 1,677 females.
How many households are there in Dewas?
There are 698 households in Dewas.
What is the literacy rate in Dewas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewas is 57.42%. Male literacy is 68.08% and female literacy is 46.93%.