Kewalimay Devali - Ghorawal, Sonbhadra
Kewalimay Devali is a village situated in the Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghorawal and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Munghri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kewalimay Devali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kewalimay Devali is 213030. The village covers a total geographical area of 240.02 hectares and falls under the 231210 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kewalimay Devali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kewalimay Devali
As per Census 2011, Kewalimay Devali village has a total population of 932 people, consisting of 498 males and 434 females. The village has 165 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 598 literate and 334 illiterate residents. Additionally, 386 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kewalimay Devali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 932 | 498 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 80 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 386 | 213 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 598 | 351 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 147 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Kewalimay Devali
Kewalimay Devali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahuariyaa | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Khakh | South | 1.39 km |
| Khutaha | West | 1.41 km |
| Keweta | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Mungehari | East | 1.87 km |
| Satauha | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Piparwar | South | 2.31 km |
| Sirsai | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Nakawai | North | 2.50 km |
| Kaneti | South-East | 2.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kewalimay Devali
Kewalimay Devali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lusa, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sonbhadra to Kewalimay Devali is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Kewalimay Devali is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kewalimay Devali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kewalimay Devali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kewalimay Devali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kewalimay Devali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kewalimay Devali
Where is Kewalimay Devali located?
Kewalimay Devali village is located in Ghorawal Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kewalimay Devali?
The Gram Panchayat of Kewalimay Devali is Munghri.
What is the pincode of Kewalimay Devali?
The pincode of Kewalimay Devali is 231210.
What is the population of Kewalimay Devali?
Kewalimay Devali has a total population of 932, including 498 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Kewalimay Devali?
There are 165 households in Kewalimay Devali.
What is the literacy rate in Kewalimay Devali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kewalimay Devali is 64.16%. Male literacy is 70.48% and female literacy is 56.91%.