Devri Kanhai - Sihora, Jabalpur
Devri Kanhai is a village situated in the Sihora tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihora and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Khamria (katra) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devri Kanhai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devri Kanhai is 489130. The village covers a total geographical area of 118.69 hectares and falls under the 483334 pincode. Sihora is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Devri Kanhai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devri Kanhai
According to the 2011 Census, Devri Kanhai village had a total population of 538 people, including 279 males and 259 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.68%, with male literacy at 96.10% and female literacy at 69.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 109.
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 | 538 | 279 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 48 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 52 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 382 | 222 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 57 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Devri Kanhai
Devri Kanhai 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 Devri Kanhai
Devri Kanhai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Sihora to Devri Kanhai is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Devri Kanhai is about 37 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 Devri Kanhai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devri Kanhai 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Devri Kanhai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devri Kanhai 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devri Kanhai
Where is Devri Kanhai located?
Devri Kanhai village is located in Sihora Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Devri Kanhai?
The Gram Panchayat of Devri Kanhai is Khamria (katra).
What is the pincode of Devri Kanhai?
The pincode of Devri Kanhai is 483334.
What is the population of Devri Kanhai?
Devri Kanhai had a total population of 538, including 279 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Devri Kanhai?
Devri Kanhai had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devri Kanhai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devri Kanhai was 82.68%. Male literacy was 96.10% and female literacy was 69.26%.