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
As per Census 2011, Dhawali village has a total population of 81 people, consisting of 43 males and 38 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 32 literate and 49 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhawali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 81 | 43 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| 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 has a total population of 81, including 43 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Dhawali?
There are 16 households in Dhawali.
What is the literacy rate in Dhawali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhawali is 39.51%. Male literacy is 46.51% and female literacy is 31.58%.