Dewada M - Etapalli, Gadchiroli
Dewada M is a village situated in the Etapalli tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Etapalli and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Halewara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewada M village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewada M is 539580. The village covers a total geographical area of 1043.04 hectares and falls under the 442704 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Dewada M village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dewada M
According to the 2011 Census, Dewada M village had a total population of 135 people, including 65 males and 70 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,077 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.50%, with male literacy at 75.47% and female literacy at 71.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 54.
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 | 135 | 65 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 34 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 40 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 25 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Dewada M
Dewada M 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 Dewada M
Dewada M 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 Dewada M is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewada M
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewada M village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dewada M
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewada M village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dewada M
Where is Dewada M located?
Dewada M village is located in Etapalli Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewada M?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewada M is Halewara.
What is the pincode of Dewada M?
The pincode of Dewada M is 442704.
What is the population of Dewada M?
Dewada M had a total population of 135, including 65 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Dewada M?
Dewada M had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewada M?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewada M was 73.50%. Male literacy was 75.47% and female literacy was 71.88%.