Dhondpur - Badoda, Sheopur
Dhondpur is a village situated in the Badoda tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badoda and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Dhondpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhondpur is 451739. The village covers a total geographical area of 560 hectares and falls under the 476339 pincode. Badoda is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dhondpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sheopur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhondpur
According to the 2011 Census, Dhondpur village had a total population of 717 people, including 387 males and 330 females, living in 151 households. The sex ratio was 853 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.00%, with male literacy at 71.21% and female literacy at 47.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 316.
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 | 717 | 387 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 57 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 316 | 161 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 235 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 152 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Dhondpur
Dhondpur 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 Dhondpur
Dhondpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Badoda to Dhondpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sheopur to Dhondpur is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhondpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhondpur 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 Dhondpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhondpur 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 Dhondpur
Where is Dhondpur located?
Dhondpur village is located in Badoda Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhondpur?
Dhondpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhondpur?
The pincode of Dhondpur is 476339.
What is the population of Dhondpur?
Dhondpur had a total population of 717, including 387 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Dhondpur?
Dhondpur had 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhondpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhondpur was 60.00%. Male literacy was 71.21% and female literacy was 47.46%.