Dhawalapur
Dhawalapur is a village located in Katol tehsil of Nagpur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Katol (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Nagpur. As per 2009 stats, Dhawalapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Dhawalapur has its own place in the vibrant Nagpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dhawalapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhawalapur is 534960. The village spans a total geographical area of 580.69 hectares. Katol is nearest town to Dhawalapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dhawalapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Katol Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ramtek Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Dhawalapur
Below is a concise population overview of Dhawalapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,687 | 870 | 817 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 69 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 405 | 208 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 59 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 1,282 | 714 | 568 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 156 | 249 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhawalapur village:
- The total population of Dhawalapur village is around 1,687, including approximately 870 males and 817 females, with a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 149 children aged 0–6 years in Dhawalapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dhawalapur village has 405 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 119 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dhawalapur village is about 75.99%, with male literacy at 82.07% and female literacy at 69.52%.
- There are around 390 households in Dhawalapur village.
Connectivity of Dhawalapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhawalapur. As per the 2011 stats, Dhawalapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhawalapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhawalapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhawalapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhawalapur
- Where is Dhawalapur located?
- Dhawalapur village is situated in Katol Tehsil, within the Nagpur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhawalapur?
- Dhawalapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dhawalapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhawalapur is 1,687, with 870 males and 817 females.
- How many households are there in Dhawalapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhawalapur village has a total of 390 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhawalapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhawalapur is 75.99%. The male literacy rate is 82.07%, while the female literacy rate is 69.52%.