Daviya Kalan - Pichhore, Shivpuri
Daviya Kalan is a village situated in the Pichhore tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pichhore and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Daviakala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daviya Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daviya Kalan is 456232. The village covers a total geographical area of 1353.45 hectares and falls under the 473995 pincode. Pichhore is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Daviya 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 Pichhore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daviya Kalan
As per Census 2011, Daviya Kalan village has a total population of 3,145 people, consisting of 1,684 males and 1,461 females. The village has 773 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 565 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,403 literate and 1,742 illiterate residents. Additionally, 581 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 455 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daviya Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,145 | 1,684 | 1,461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 565 | 299 | 266 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 581 | 317 | 264 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 455 | 230 | 225 |
| Literate Population | 1,403 | 911 | 492 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,742 | 773 | 969 |
Nearby Villages of Daviya Kalan
Daviya Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badanpur | West | 3.15 km |
| Sujwaha | East | 4.20 km |
| Odi | South-West | 4.21 km |
| Kutawali | North-West | 4.24 km |
| Kumharra | West | 4.68 km |
| Gajaura | North | 4.71 km |
| Chamrauwa | South | 5.41 km |
| Chirauna | North-West | 5.86 km |
| Silpura | South | 5.98 km |
| Daviya Jagan | West | 6.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daviya Kalan
Daviya Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Basai, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.9 km.
| 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 Pichhore to Daviya Kalan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Daviya Kalan is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daviya Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daviya Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Daviya 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 Daviya 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Daviya Kalan
Where is Daviya Kalan located?
Daviya Kalan village is located in Pichhore Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daviya Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Daviya Kalan is Daviakala.
What is the pincode of Daviya Kalan?
The pincode of Daviya Kalan is 473995.
What is the population of Daviya Kalan?
Daviya Kalan has a total population of 3,145, including 1,684 males and 1,461 females.
How many households are there in Daviya Kalan?
There are 773 households in Daviya Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Daviya Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daviya Kalan is 44.61%. Male literacy is 54.10% and female literacy is 33.68%.