Dev Kali - Powayan, Shahjahanpur
Dev Kali is a village situated in the Powayan tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Powayan and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Dev Kali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dev Kali is 132634. The village covers a total geographical area of 973.22 hectares and falls under the 242042 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dev Kali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Powayan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dev Kali
As per Census 2011, Dev Kali village has a total population of 4,274 people, consisting of 2,263 males and 2,011 females. The village has 766 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 621 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,544 literate and 1,730 illiterate residents. Additionally, 776 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dev Kali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,274 | 2,263 | 2,011 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 621 | 325 | 296 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 776 | 419 | 357 |
| Literate Population | 2,544 | 1,546 | 998 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,730 | 717 | 1,013 |
Nearby Villages of Dev Kali
Dev Kali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gajju Khera | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Pipariya Ghasi | North | 2.03 km |
| Raipur | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Ram Devri | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Kamalpur | West | 2.36 km |
| Singhapur Kursanda | East | 2.42 km |
| Bhikhampur J Mohanpur | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Patti Chhajjupur | South | 2.61 km |
| Bautha Jamalpur | South-East | 2.87 km |
| Udaipur Khakhra | North | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dev Kali
Dev Kali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kurraiya, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahjahanpur to Dev Kali is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Dev Kali is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dev Kali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dev Kali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dev Kali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dev Kali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dev Kali
Where is Dev Kali located?
Dev Kali village is located in Powayan Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dev Kali?
Dev Kali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dev Kali?
The pincode of Dev Kali is 242042.
What is the population of Dev Kali?
Dev Kali has a total population of 4,274, including 2,263 males and 2,011 females.
How many households are there in Dev Kali?
There are 766 households in Dev Kali.
What is the literacy rate in Dev Kali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dev Kali is 59.52%. Male literacy is 68.32% and female literacy is 49.63%.