Dauni - Narwar, Shivpuri
Dauni is a village situated in the Narwar tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narwar and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Douni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dauni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dauni is 455548. The village covers a total geographical area of 568.49 hectares and falls under the 473880 pincode. Karera is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Dauni 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 Dauni
According to the 2011 Census, Dauni village had a total population of 1,021 people, including 572 males and 449 females, living in 185 households. The sex ratio was 785 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.04%, with male literacy at 75.29% and female literacy at 42.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 180.
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 | 1,021 | 572 | 449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 62 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 98 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 550 | 384 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 471 | 188 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Dauni
Dauni 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 Dauni
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dauni.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karera to Dauni is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Dauni is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dauni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dauni 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 Dauni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dauni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dauni
Where is Dauni located?
Dauni village is located in Narwar Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dauni?
The Gram Panchayat of Dauni is Douni.
What is the pincode of Dauni?
The pincode of Dauni is 473880.
What is the population of Dauni?
Dauni had a total population of 1,021, including 572 males and 449 females.
How many households are there in Dauni?
Dauni had 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dauni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dauni was 61.04%. Male literacy was 75.29% and female literacy was 42.46%.