What is Dewas famous for?
Dewas is known for the Devi Chamunda temple and the Devi Tulaja Bhavani temple situated on a 300-foot (91 m) hilltop (Tekri). A broad flight of stone steps leads to two shrines to the goddesses, Choti Mata (Chamunda Mata) and Badi Mata (Tulja Bhavani Mata).
Is Dewas a district?
About District Dewas District in Ujjain Revenue Division, is situated on the Malwa plateau in the West-central part of Madhya Pradesh and lies between 20°17´ and 23°20´ North latitude and 75°54´ and 77°08´ East longitude.
Who founded Dewas?
Dewas was a small village during the reign of the Mughal emperor Akbar. It was founded by two Panwar Maratha brothers who entered the Malwa region in 1728. From 1841 the senior and junior branches of the family ruled their own portions independently as part of the British Central India Agency.
How many blocks are there in Dewas district?
Panchayat Union / Blocks (6) :
| S.No. | Block Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Dewas |
| 2 | Sonkatch |
| 3 | Tonkhurd |
| 4 | Bagli |
Is Dewas safe?
Safety- Dewas is a safe place. But don’t venture out in secluded spots in the evenings.
Who is the king of Dewas?
Vikram Singh Puar
Vikram Singh Puar, king of the erstwhile princely state of Dewas, was acquitted of murder on Wednesday after the trial was delayed following an anonymous complaint to the President about alleged irregularities in the trial.
What is the area of Dewas?
19.31 mi²Dewas / Area
What is the population of Dewas?
370,900
Dewas Population 2022
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2025 | 396,079 |
| 2024 | 387,400 |
| 2023 | 379,005 |
| 2022 | 370,900 |
How many villages are there in Dewas district?
Tahsil-wise List
| Sl No | Tahsil | Total Villages |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bagli | 212 |
| 2 | Dewas | 225 |
| 3 | Hatpiplya | 98 |
| 4 | Kannod | 66 |
Who is SDM of Dewas?
Sub District Head
| Designation | Phone | |
|---|---|---|
| SDM Dewas | sdmdewas2013[at]gmail[dot]com | +91-7272-254900 |
| SDM SONKATCH | sdosonkatch[at]gmail[dot]com | +91-7270-222244 |
| SDM BAGLI | sdmbagli[at]gmail[dot]com | +91-7271-275646 |
| SDM Khategoan | sdmkhategaon[at]gmail[dot]com | +91-7274-233044 |
How big is Dewas?
Who is the MLA of Dewas?
Dewas (Vidhan Sabha constituency)
| Dewas | |
|---|---|
| Reservation | None |
| Member of Legislative Assembly | |
| Current MLA | Gayatri Raje Pawar |
| Party | Bharatiya Janata Party |