Dhawali - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Dhawali is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Salebhatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhawali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhawali is 538965. The village covers a total geographical area of 522 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Dhawali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadchiroli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhawali
According to the 2011 Census, Dhawali village had a total population of 81 people, including 43 males and 38 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.38%, with male literacy at 52.63% and female literacy at 38.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 78.
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 | 81 | 43 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 41 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 23 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Dhawali
Dhawali 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 Dhawali
Dhawali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Gadchiroli to Dhawali is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Dhawali is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhawali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhawali 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 Dhawali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhawali 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhawali
Where is Dhawali located?
Dhawali village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhawali?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhawali is Salebhatti.
What is the pincode of Dhawali?
The pincode of Dhawali is 442606.
What is the population of Dhawali?
Dhawali had a total population of 81, including 43 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Dhawali?
Dhawali had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhawali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhawali was 46.38%. Male literacy was 52.63% and female literacy was 38.71%.