Didawali - Karera, Shivpuri
Didawali is a village situated in the Karera tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karera and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Didawali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Didawali is 455626. The village covers a total geographical area of 716.04 hectares and falls under the 473660 pincode. Karera is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Didawali 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 Didawali
As per Census 2011, Didawali village has a total population of 2,450 people, consisting of 1,361 males and 1,089 females. The village has 479 households and a sex ratio of 800 females per 1,000 males. There are 453 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,232 literate and 1,218 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 446 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Didawali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,450 | 1,361 | 1,089 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 453 | 245 | 208 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 111 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 446 | 250 | 196 |
| Literate Population | 1,232 | 802 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,218 | 559 | 659 |
Nearby Villages of Didawali
Didawali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deewat | West | 3.06 km |
| Ghasarahi | South-East | 3.96 km |
| Narahi | East | 4.25 km |
| Silanagar | North | 4.29 km |
| Salaiya Karera | South | 4.45 km |
| Jugaha | North-East | 4.72 km |
| Jayanagar | North-West | 5.57 km |
| Rajgarh | North-West | 5.91 km |
| Dhawara | North-East | 6.02 km |
| Paragarh | North-West | 6.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Didawali
Didawali 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 79.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Karera to Didawali is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Didawali is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Didawali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Didawali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Didawali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Didawali 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 Didawali
Where is Didawali located?
Didawali village is located in Karera Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Didawali?
Didawali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Didawali?
The pincode of Didawali is 473660.
What is the population of Didawali?
Didawali has a total population of 2,450, including 1,361 males and 1,089 females.
How many households are there in Didawali?
There are 479 households in Didawali.
What is the literacy rate in Didawali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Didawali is 50.29%. Male literacy is 58.93% and female literacy is 39.49%.