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
According to the 2011 Census, Didawali village had a total population of 2,450 people, including 1,361 males and 1,089 females, living in 479 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.69%, with male literacy at 71.86% and female literacy at 48.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 198, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 446.
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 | 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 had a total population of 2,450, including 1,361 males and 1,089 females.
How many households are there in Didawali?
Didawali had 479 households.
What is the literacy rate in Didawali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Didawali was 61.69%. Male literacy was 71.86% and female literacy was 48.81%.