Dhawasa (Heti) - Karanja, Wardha
Dhawasa (Heti) is a village situated in the Karanja tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanja and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Dhawasa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhawasa (Heti) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhawasa (Heti) is 533593. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.62 hectares and falls under the 442201 pincode. Katol is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Dhawasa (Heti) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhawasa (Heti)
As per Census 2011, Dhawasa (Heti) village has a total population of 678 people, consisting of 359 males and 319 females. The village has 174 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 506 literate and 172 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhawasa (Heti) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 678 | 359 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 506 | 293 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 66 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Dhawasa (Heti)
Dhawasa (Heti) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhawasa Kh | North-West | 0.73 km |
| Dhawasa Bk | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Gawandi | North | 2.16 km |
| Sawal | South-East | 2.19 km |
| Umari | West | 2.82 km |
| Kharaskhanda | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Dhawadi Kh | North-West | 3.46 km |
| Morshi | North-East | 3.76 km |
| Dabha | North-West | 4.06 km |
| Sarashi | North-East | 4.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhawasa (Heti)
Dhawasa (Heti) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Katol, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katol to Dhawasa (Heti) is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Dhawasa (Heti) is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhawasa (Heti)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhawasa (Heti) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhawasa (Heti)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhawasa (Heti) 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 Dhawasa (Heti)
Where is Dhawasa (Heti) located?
Dhawasa (Heti) village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhawasa (Heti)?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhawasa (Heti) is Dhawasa.
What is the pincode of Dhawasa (Heti)?
The pincode of Dhawasa (Heti) is 442201.
What is the population of Dhawasa (Heti)?
Dhawasa (Heti) has a total population of 678, including 359 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Dhawasa (Heti)?
There are 174 households in Dhawasa (Heti).
What is the literacy rate in Dhawasa (Heti)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhawasa (Heti) is 74.63%. Male literacy is 81.62% and female literacy is 66.77%.