Dewai
Dewai is a village located in Majhauli tehsil of Sidhi district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Majhauli (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Sidhi. As per 2009 stats, Dewai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dewai unique in its vibrant Majhauli-Sidhi region. You’ll see Dewai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dewai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dewai is 503107. The village spans a total geographical area of 207.5 hectares. Majhauli is nearest town to Dewai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Dewai
Population of Dewai
According to the 2011 Census, Dewai has a total population of about 1,161, with approximately 603 males and 558 females. The sex ratio is around 925 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 218 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 164 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 446. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.80%, with male literacy at about 54.73% and female literacy near 40.32%. There are around 281 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dewai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,161 | 603 | 558 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 112 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 83 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 446 | 229 | 217 |
| Literate Population | 555 | 330 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 606 | 273 | 333 |
Connectivity of Dewai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dewai. As per the 2011 stats, Dewai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dewai
Knowing the nearby villages of Dewai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dewai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dewai
- Where is Dewai located?
- Dewai village is situated in Majhauli Tehsil, within the Sidhi district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dewai?
- Dewai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dewai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dewai is 1,161, with 603 males and 558 females.
- How many households are there in Dewai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dewai village has a total of 281 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dewai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dewai is 47.80%. The male literacy rate is 54.73%, while the female literacy rate is 40.32%.