Didhwar - Sihawal, Sidhi
Didhwar is a village situated in the Sihawal tehsil of Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihawal and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sidhi. Dihuli Khas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Didhwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Didhwar is 502819. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.09 hectares and falls under the 486670 pincode. Churhat is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Didhwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sihawal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Didhwar
According to the 2011 Census, Didhwar village had a total population of 164 people, including 88 males and 76 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.03%, with male literacy at 96.05% and female literacy at 87.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 164 | 88 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 73 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 15 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Didhwar
Didhwar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahuwar 872 | North | 0.74 km |
| Dihuli Khas | South | 1.25 km |
| Jamui | South | 1.29 km |
| Tikar Rajaha | West | 1.81 km |
| Sudwar | West | 2.06 km |
| Amiliya | East | 2.08 km |
| Baghaudi | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Korauli Kalan | South-East | 2.40 km |
| Naudhiya | East | 2.42 km |
| Badagaon | North | 2.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Didhwar
Didhwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bargawan, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Churhat to Didhwar is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sidhi to Didhwar is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Didhwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Didhwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Didhwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Didhwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Didhwar
Where is Didhwar located?
Didhwar village is located in Sihawal Tehsil, Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Didhwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Didhwar is Dihuli Khas.
What is the pincode of Didhwar?
The pincode of Didhwar is 486670.
What is the population of Didhwar?
Didhwar had a total population of 164, including 88 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Didhwar?
Didhwar had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Didhwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Didhwar was 92.03%. Male literacy was 96.05% and female literacy was 87.10%.