Dehri Kalan - Aron, Guna
Dehri Kalan is a village situated in the Aron tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aron and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Dehri Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dehri Kalan is 499758. The village covers a total geographical area of 1098 hectares and falls under the 473101 pincode. Aron is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dehri Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dehri Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Dehri Kalan village had a total population of 2,085 people, including 1,114 males and 971 females, living in 397 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.24%, with male literacy at 72.13% and female literacy at 50.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 787, 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 | 2,085 | 1,114 | 971 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 398 | 192 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 787 | 415 | 372 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,050 | 665 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,035 | 449 | 586 |
Nearby Villages of Dehri Kalan
Dehri Kalan 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 Dehri Kalan
Dehri Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Aron to Dehri Kalan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Dehri Kalan is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dehri Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dehri Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dehri Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dehri Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dehri Kalan
Where is Dehri Kalan located?
Dehri Kalan village is located in Aron Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dehri Kalan?
Dehri Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dehri Kalan?
The pincode of Dehri Kalan is 473101.
What is the population of Dehri Kalan?
Dehri Kalan had a total population of 2,085, including 1,114 males and 971 females.
How many households are there in Dehri Kalan?
Dehri Kalan had 397 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dehri Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dehri Kalan was 62.24%. Male literacy was 72.13% and female literacy was 50.33%.