Deorikalan - Lahar, Bhind
Deorikalan is a village situated in the Lahar tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahar and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Devri Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deorikalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deorikalan is 453619. The village covers a total geographical area of 1549.95 hectares and falls under the 477447 pincode. Lahar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Deorikalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhind Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deorikalan
According to the 2011 Census, Deorikalan village had a total population of 3,010 people, including 1,620 males and 1,390 females, living in 579 households. The sex ratio was 858 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.99%, with male literacy at 82.26% and female literacy at 57.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 731, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,010 | 1,620 | 1,390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 404 | 205 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 731 | 383 | 348 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,850 | 1,164 | 686 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,160 | 456 | 704 |
Nearby Villages of Deorikalan
Deorikalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonsara | North-East | 2.27 km |
| Khargpura | West | 2.80 km |
| Ikmili | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Narol | South-East | 2.93 km |
| Akhdewa | North | 3.05 km |
| Phardua | West | 3.41 km |
| Kumhrol | East | 3.57 km |
| Darampura | East | 3.63 km |
| Murawali | South | 3.72 km |
| Barei | North-East | 3.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deorikalan
Deorikalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Konch, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lahar to Deorikalan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Deorikalan 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 Deorikalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deorikalan 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 Deorikalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deorikalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Deorikalan
Where is Deorikalan located?
Deorikalan village is located in Lahar Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deorikalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Deorikalan is Devri Kalan.
What is the pincode of Deorikalan?
The pincode of Deorikalan is 477447.
What is the population of Deorikalan?
Deorikalan had a total population of 3,010, including 1,620 males and 1,390 females.
How many households are there in Deorikalan?
Deorikalan had 579 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deorikalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deorikalan was 70.99%. Male literacy was 82.26% and female literacy was 57.60%.