Mohgaon - Devkar, Bemetara
Mohgaon is a village situated in the Devkar tehsil of Bemetara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 9 km from Saja and around 52 km from Durg. Mohagaw serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mohgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mohgaon is 442129. The village covers a total geographical area of 159.6 hectares and falls under the 491993 pincode. Saja is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Mohgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bemetara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Durg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mohgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Mohgaon village had a total population of 577 people, including 279 males and 298 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 1,068 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.86%, with male literacy at 90.95% and female literacy at 71.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 577 | 279 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 36 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 221 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 58 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Mohgaon
Mohgaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mohgaon
Mohgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saja to Mohgaon is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Durg to Mohgaon is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mohgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mohgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mohgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mohgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mohgaon
Where is Mohgaon located?
Mohgaon village is located in Devkar Tehsil, Bemetara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mohgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Mohgaon is Mohagaw.
What is the pincode of Mohgaon?
The pincode of Mohgaon is 491993.
What is the population of Mohgaon?
Mohgaon had a total population of 577, including 279 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Mohgaon?
Mohgaon had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mohgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mohgaon was 80.86%. Male literacy was 90.95% and female literacy was 71.75%.