Dewai - Pombhurna, Chandrapur
Dewai is a village situated in the Pombhurna tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pombhurna and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Kemara serves as the Village Panchayat for Dewai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewai is 541500. The village covers a total geographical area of 318.96 hectares and falls under the 442702 pincode. Mul is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Dewai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dewai
According to the 2011 Census, Dewai village had a total population of 913 people, including 482 males and 431 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.52%, with male literacy at 82.73% and female literacy at 61.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 865.
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 | 913 | 482 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 42 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 865 | 459 | 406 |
| Literate Population | 607 | 364 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 118 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Dewai
Dewai 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 Dewai
Dewai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mul to Dewai is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Dewai 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 Dewai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dewai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dewai
Where is Dewai located?
Dewai village is located in Pombhurna Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Dewai?
The Village Panchayat of Dewai is Kemara.
What is the pincode of Dewai?
The pincode of Dewai is 442702.
What is the population of Dewai?
Dewai had a total population of 913, including 482 males and 431 females.
How many households are there in Dewai?
Dewai had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewai was 72.52%. Male literacy was 82.73% and female literacy was 61.21%.