Dewada - Mulchera, Gadchiroli
Dewada is a village situated in the Mulchera tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mulchera and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Dewada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewada is 539429. The village covers a total geographical area of 641 hectares and falls under the 442703 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dewada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dewada
According to the 2011 Census, Dewada village had a total population of 555 people, including 273 males and 282 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.18%, with male literacy at 72.05% and female literacy at 51.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 527.
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 | 555 | 273 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 44 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 527 | 259 | 268 |
| Literate Population | 290 | 165 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 108 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Dewada
Dewada 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
Dewada 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 is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dewada
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 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dewada
Where is Dewada located?
Dewada village is located in Mulchera Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewada?
Dewada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dewada?
The pincode of Dewada is 442703.
What is the population of Dewada?
Dewada had a total population of 555, including 273 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Dewada?
Dewada had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewada was 61.18%. Male literacy was 72.05% and female literacy was 51.02%.