Hiwara (Dharaskar) - Mauda, Nagpur
Hiwara (Dharaskar) is a village situated in the Mauda tehsil of Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mauda and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Nagpur. Aadasa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hiwara (Dharaskar) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hiwara (Dharaskar) is 535692. The village covers a total geographical area of 394 hectares and falls under the 441104 pincode. Bhandara is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Hiwara (Dharaskar) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kamthi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramtek Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hiwara (Dharaskar)
As per Census 2011, Hiwara (Dharaskar) village has a total population of 393 people, consisting of 203 males and 190 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 276 literate and 117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 120 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hiwara (Dharaskar) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 393 | 203 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 60 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 156 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 47 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Hiwara (Dharaskar)
Hiwara (Dharaskar) 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 Hiwara (Dharaskar)
Hiwara (Dharaskar) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Hiwara (Dharaskar).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhandara to Hiwara (Dharaskar) is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagpur to Hiwara (Dharaskar) is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hiwara (Dharaskar)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hiwara (Dharaskar) 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 Hiwara (Dharaskar)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hiwara (Dharaskar) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hiwara (Dharaskar)
Where is Hiwara (Dharaskar) located?
Hiwara (Dharaskar) village is located in Mauda Tehsil, Nagpur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hiwara (Dharaskar)?
The Gram Panchayat of Hiwara (Dharaskar) is Aadasa.
What is the pincode of Hiwara (Dharaskar)?
The pincode of Hiwara (Dharaskar) is 441104.
What is the population of Hiwara (Dharaskar)?
Hiwara (Dharaskar) has a total population of 393, including 203 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Hiwara (Dharaskar)?
There are 85 households in Hiwara (Dharaskar).
What is the literacy rate in Hiwara (Dharaskar)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hiwara (Dharaskar) is 70.23%. Male literacy is 76.85% and female literacy is 63.16%.