Dewal - Bina, Sagar
Dewal is a village situated in the Bina tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bina and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Deval serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewal is 459580. The village covers a total geographical area of 999.77 hectares and falls under the 470113 pincode. Bina-etawa is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Dewal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dewal
As per Census 2011, Dewal village has a total population of 2,320 people, consisting of 1,210 males and 1,110 females. The village has 632 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 396 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,428 literate and 892 illiterate residents. Additionally, 356 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 379 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,320 | 1,210 | 1,110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 396 | 207 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 356 | 196 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 379 | 191 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 1,428 | 876 | 552 |
| Illiterate Population | 892 | 334 | 558 |
Nearby Villages of Dewal
Dewal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohansa | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Balarkhedi | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Dhamna | South-West | 3.66 km |
| Palikheda | North | 3.66 km |
| Chhawyanjagedish | North-West | 3.85 km |
| Amkheda | South | 4.19 km |
| Dudhawani | North | 4.45 km |
| Chhayankachhi | North-West | 4.61 km |
| Barodia | North | 5.11 km |
| Karonda | South-West | 5.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dewal
Dewal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mohasa, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 126.0 km.
| 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 Bina-etawa to Dewal is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sagar to Dewal is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewal 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
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 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dewal
Where is Dewal located?
Dewal village is located in Bina Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewal is Deval.
What is the pincode of Dewal?
The pincode of Dewal is 470113.
What is the population of Dewal?
Dewal has a total population of 2,320, including 1,210 males and 1,110 females.
How many households are there in Dewal?
There are 632 households in Dewal.
What is the literacy rate in Dewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewal is 61.55%. Male literacy is 72.40% and female literacy is 49.73%.