Mohgaon - Sahaspur Lohara, Kabeerdham
Mohgaon is a village situated in the Sahaspur Lohara tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahaspur Lohara and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Mohgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mohgaon is 439688. The village covers a total geographical area of 643.46 hectares and falls under the 491996 pincode. Sahaspur-lohara is the nearest town, located about 14 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 Pandariya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mohgaon
As per Census 2011, Mohgaon village has a total population of 1,610 people, consisting of 823 males and 787 females. The village has 274 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 275 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 845 literate and 765 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mohgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,610 | 823 | 787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 134 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 24 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 845 | 521 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 765 | 302 | 463 |
Nearby Villages of Mohgaon
Mohgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bargaon | East | 1.78 km |
| Bijabairagi | North | 2.12 km |
| Chilguda | South | 2.37 km |
| Babai | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Bisatola | South-East | 2.81 km |
| Rakse | West | 2.86 km |
| Singhangarh | North-East | 2.90 km |
| Doma Tola | North | 2.98 km |
| Beeranpur | South-East | 3.53 km |
| Jangalpur | North-West | 3.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mohgaon
Mohgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rasmara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.2 km.
| 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 Sahaspur-lohara to Mohgaon is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Mohgaon is about 37 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mohgaon
Where is Mohgaon located?
Mohgaon village is located in Sahaspur Lohara Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mohgaon?
Mohgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mohgaon?
The pincode of Mohgaon is 491996.
What is the population of Mohgaon?
Mohgaon has a total population of 1,610, including 823 males and 787 females.
How many households are there in Mohgaon?
There are 274 households in Mohgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Mohgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mohgaon is 52.48%. Male literacy is 63.30% and female literacy is 41.17%.