Develi - Tonk Khurd, Dewas
Develi is a village situated in the Tonk Khurd tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tonk Khurd and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Devli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Develi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Develi is 473321. The village covers a total geographical area of 1149.51 hectares and falls under the 455116 pincode. Tonk Khurd is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Develi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonkatch Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dewas Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Develi
As per Census 2011, Develi village has a total population of 3,533 people, consisting of 1,815 males and 1,718 females. The village has 673 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 421 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,236 literate and 1,297 illiterate residents. Additionally, 560 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Develi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,533 | 1,815 | 1,718 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 421 | 231 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 560 | 294 | 266 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,236 | 1,390 | 846 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,297 | 425 | 872 |
Nearby Villages of Develi
Develi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhojpura | South-West | 1.79 km |
| Ranayalkalan | North | 2.01 km |
| Girla Khedi | South | 2.74 km |
| Ranayal Khurd | North-East | 2.97 km |
| Ralamandal | North-West | 3.45 km |
| Senkali | North | 3.75 km |
| Bhesa Khedi | East | 3.82 km |
| Deoguradiya | South | 3.93 km |
| Mundla Dev | North-West | 4.49 km |
| Bala Kheda | West | 4.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Develi
Develi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pir Umrod, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Tonk Khurd to Develi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Develi is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Develi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Develi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Develi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Develi 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Develi
Where is Develi located?
Develi village is located in Tonk Khurd Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Develi?
The Gram Panchayat of Develi is Devli.
What is the pincode of Develi?
The pincode of Develi is 455116.
What is the population of Develi?
Develi has a total population of 3,533, including 1,815 males and 1,718 females.
How many households are there in Develi?
There are 673 households in Develi.
What is the literacy rate in Develi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Develi is 63.29%. Male literacy is 76.58% and female literacy is 49.24%.