Dewali Kalan - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Dewali Kalan is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Devlikala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewali Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewali Kalan is 505634. The village covers a total geographical area of 631.46 hectares and falls under the 450051 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Dewali 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 Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dewali Kalan
As per Census 2011, Dewali Kalan village has a total population of 2,175 people, consisting of 1,134 males and 1,041 females. The village has 391 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 452 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 864 literate and 1,311 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,031 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewali Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,175 | 1,134 | 1,041 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 452 | 241 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 48 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,031 | 1,051 | 980 |
| Literate Population | 864 | 567 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,311 | 567 | 744 |
Nearby Villages of Dewali Kalan
Dewali 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 Dewali Kalan
Dewali Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Khandwa to Dewali Kalan is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewali Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewali 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 Dewali 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 Dewali Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dewali Kalan
Where is Dewali Kalan located?
Dewali Kalan village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewali Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewali Kalan is Devlikala.
What is the pincode of Dewali Kalan?
The pincode of Dewali Kalan is 450051.
What is the population of Dewali Kalan?
Dewali Kalan has a total population of 2,175, including 1,134 males and 1,041 females.
How many households are there in Dewali Kalan?
There are 391 households in Dewali Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Dewali Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewali Kalan is 39.72%. Male literacy is 50.00% and female literacy is 28.53%.