Deewat - Karera, Shivpuri
Deewat is a village situated in the Karera tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karera and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Didawali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deewat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deewat is 455625. The village covers a total geographical area of 361.85 hectares and falls under the 473660 pincode. Karera is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Deewat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deewat
According to the 2011 Census, Deewat village had a total population of 409 people, including 239 males and 170 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 711 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.18%, with male literacy at 65.67% and female literacy at 42.45%.
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 | 409 | 239 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 38 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 132 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 107 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Deewat
Deewat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Didawali | East | 3.06 km |
| Rajgarh | North-West | 3.53 km |
| Salaiya Karera | South | 4.49 km |
| Jayanagar | North | 4.87 km |
| Amola | South-West | 5.22 km |
| Silanagar | North-East | 5.48 km |
| Paragarh | North | 5.64 km |
| Ghasarahi | South-East | 6.57 km |
| Dangipura | West | 6.66 km |
| Mamoni Kalan | South | 6.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deewat
Deewat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shivpuri, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karera to Deewat is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Deewat is about 40 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 Deewat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deewat 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Deewat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deewat 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 Deewat
Where is Deewat located?
Deewat village is located in Karera Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Deewat?
The Gram Panchayat of Deewat is Didawali.
What is the pincode of Deewat?
The pincode of Deewat is 473660.
What is the population of Deewat?
Deewat had a total population of 409, including 239 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Deewat?
Deewat had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deewat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deewat was 56.18%. Male literacy was 65.67% and female literacy was 42.45%.