Kala Dev - Lateri, Vidisha
Kala Dev is a village situated in the Lateri tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lateri and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Kaladev serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kala Dev village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kala Dev is 480449. The village covers a total geographical area of 726.49 hectares and falls under the 464114 pincode. Lateri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kala Dev village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kala Dev
According to the 2011 Census, Kala Dev village had a total population of 1,729 people, including 935 males and 794 females, living in 392 households. The sex ratio was 849 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.82%, with male literacy at 73.04% and female literacy at 46.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 616.
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 | 1,729 | 935 | 794 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 333 | 182 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 616 | 342 | 274 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 849 | 550 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 880 | 385 | 495 |
Nearby Villages of Kala Dev
Kala Dev 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narayan Kheda | South | 1.38 km |
| Sawan Khedi | North | 1.81 km |
| Barkheda Dev | West | 2.00 km |
| Champa Khedi | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Titarbarri | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Khiriya Kheda | South | 2.46 km |
| Chandbad | North-East | 2.97 km |
| Amirgang | North-West | 3.04 km |
| Daurala | East | 3.29 km |
| Narayanpur Kalan | South-West | 3.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kala Dev
Kala Dev is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Radogarh, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.2 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 Lateri to Kala Dev is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Kala Dev is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kala Dev
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kala Dev village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kala Dev
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kala Dev 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kala Dev
Where is Kala Dev located?
Kala Dev village is located in Lateri Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kala Dev?
The Gram Panchayat of Kala Dev is Kaladev.
What is the pincode of Kala Dev?
The pincode of Kala Dev is 464114.
What is the population of Kala Dev?
Kala Dev had a total population of 1,729, including 935 males and 794 females.
How many households are there in Kala Dev?
Kala Dev had 392 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kala Dev?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kala Dev was 60.82%. Male literacy was 73.04% and female literacy was 46.50%.