Mulgaon - Magarlod, Dhamtari
Mulgaon is a village situated in the Magarlod tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Magarlod and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Dhamtari. Pathar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mulgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mulgaon is 447000. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.09 hectares and falls under the 492109 pincode. Magarlod is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Mulgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kurud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mulgaon
As per Census 2011, Mulgaon village has a total population of 409 people, consisting of 195 males and 214 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 1,097 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 226 literate and 183 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 371 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mulgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 409 | 195 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 40 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 6 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 371 | 181 | 190 |
| Literate Population | 226 | 118 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 77 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Mulgaon
Mulgaon 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 Mulgaon
Mulgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Magarlod to Mulgaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Mulgaon is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mulgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mulgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mulgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mulgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mulgaon
Where is Mulgaon located?
Mulgaon village is located in Magarlod Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mulgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Mulgaon is Pathar.
What is the pincode of Mulgaon?
The pincode of Mulgaon is 492109.
What is the population of Mulgaon?
Mulgaon has a total population of 409, including 195 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Mulgaon?
There are 108 households in Mulgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Mulgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mulgaon is 55.26%. Male literacy is 60.51% and female literacy is 50.47%.