Deurwada - Arvi, Wardha
Deurwada is a village situated in the Arvi tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arvi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Deurwada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deurwada is 533729. The village covers a total geographical area of 729 hectares and falls under the 442201 pincode. Arvi is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Deurwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Deurwada
As per Census 2011, Deurwada village has a total population of 1,735 people, consisting of 896 males and 839 females. The village has 410 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 191 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,315 literate and 420 illiterate residents. Additionally, 488 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 90 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deurwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,735 | 896 | 839 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 103 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 488 | 243 | 245 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 54 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 1,315 | 715 | 600 |
| Illiterate Population | 420 | 181 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Deurwada
Deurwada is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Saheb-daulatpur | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Rajapur | East | 2.21 km |
| Karmabad | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Kaudanyapur | West | 2.25 km |
| Itlapur | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Nababpur | East | 2.45 km |
| Tona | South | 2.63 km |
| Rahimabad | North | 2.67 km |
| Rudrapur | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Ambikapur | South-East | 2.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deurwada
Deurwada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhamangaon, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.8 km.
| 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 Arvi to Deurwada is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Deurwada is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deurwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deurwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Deurwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deurwada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Deurwada
Where is Deurwada located?
Deurwada village is located in Arvi Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deurwada?
Deurwada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Deurwada?
The pincode of Deurwada is 442201.
What is the population of Deurwada?
Deurwada has a total population of 1,735, including 896 males and 839 females.
How many households are there in Deurwada?
There are 410 households in Deurwada.
What is the literacy rate in Deurwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deurwada is 75.79%. Male literacy is 79.80% and female literacy is 71.51%.