Deurwadi - Darwha, Yavatmal
Deurwadi is a village situated in the Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darwha and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Deurwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deurwadi is 542649. The village covers a total geographical area of 345.58 hectares and falls under the 445202 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Deurwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yavatmal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deurwadi
As per Census 2011, Deurwadi village has a total population of 1,218 people, consisting of 612 males and 606 females. The village has 321 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 912 literate and 306 illiterate residents. Additionally, 300 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 133 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deurwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,218 | 612 | 606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 62 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 146 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 63 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 912 | 494 | 418 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 118 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Deurwadi
Deurwadi 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 Deurwadi
Deurwadi 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 Darwha to Deurwadi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Deurwadi 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 Deurwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deurwadi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Deurwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deurwadi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Deurwadi
Where is Deurwadi located?
Deurwadi village is located in Darwha Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deurwadi?
Deurwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Deurwadi?
The pincode of Deurwadi is 445202.
What is the population of Deurwadi?
Deurwadi has a total population of 1,218, including 612 males and 606 females.
How many households are there in Deurwadi?
There are 321 households in Deurwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Deurwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deurwadi is 74.88%. Male literacy is 80.72% and female literacy is 68.98%.