Didawani - Khaniyadhana, Shivpuri
Didawani is a village situated in the Khaniyadhana tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khaniyadhana and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Didawani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Didawani is 456320. The village covers a total geographical area of 581.8 hectares and falls under the 473990 pincode. Chanderi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Didawani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pichhore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Didawani
As per Census 2011, Didawani village has a total population of 1,281 people, consisting of 670 males and 611 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 303 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 544 literate and 737 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 370 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Didawani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,281 | 670 | 611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 154 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 17 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 370 | 185 | 185 |
| Literate Population | 544 | 340 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 737 | 330 | 407 |
Nearby Villages of Didawani
Didawani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bharsula | East | 2.15 km |
| Khairoda | North | 2.53 km |
| Mohanpur Chanderi | South | 2.91 km |
| Kirraya | South-West | 3.34 km |
| Pahadpur | South-West | 3.35 km |
| Naroni | West | 3.81 km |
| Hasari | South-East | 3.91 km |
| Budhanpur | East | 4.38 km |
| Godhan | South | 4.61 km |
| Kali Pahadi Chanderi | North | 4.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Didawani
Didawani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jakhaura, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 131.9 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 Chanderi to Didawani is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Didawani is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Didawani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Didawani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Didawani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Didawani 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Didawani
Where is Didawani located?
Didawani village is located in Khaniyadhana Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Didawani?
Didawani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Didawani?
The pincode of Didawani is 473990.
What is the population of Didawani?
Didawani has a total population of 1,281, including 670 males and 611 females.
How many households are there in Didawani?
There are 226 households in Didawani.
What is the literacy rate in Didawani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Didawani is 42.47%. Male literacy is 50.75% and female literacy is 33.39%.