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
As per Census 2011, Kala Dev village has a total population of 1,729 people, consisting of 935 males and 794 females. The village has 392 households and a sex ratio of 849 females per 1,000 males. There are 333 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 849 literate and 880 illiterate residents. Additionally, 616 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kala Dev are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,729 | 935 | 794 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 333 | 182 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 616 | 342 | 274 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,729, including 935 males and 794 females.
How many households are there in Kala Dev?
There are 392 households in Kala Dev.
What is the literacy rate in Kala Dev?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kala Dev is 49.10%. Male literacy is 58.82% and female literacy is 37.66%.