Dewgaon - Makdi, Kondagaon
Dewgaon is a village situated in the Makdi tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from Makdi and around 110 km from Jagdalpur. Devgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewgaon is 448934. The village covers a total geographical area of 1510.22 hectares and falls under the 494237 pincode. Kondagaon is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Dewgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dewgaon
As per Census 2011, Dewgaon village has a total population of 801 people, consisting of 402 males and 399 females. The village has 166 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 222 literate and 579 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 723 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 801 | 402 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 77 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 723 | 362 | 361 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 145 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 579 | 257 | 322 |
Nearby Villages of Dewgaon
Dewgaon 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 Dewgaon
Dewgaon 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 Kondagaon to Dewgaon is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Dewgaon is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewgaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dewgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewgaon 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 Dewgaon
Where is Dewgaon located?
Dewgaon village is located in Makdi Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewgaon is Devgaon.
What is the pincode of Dewgaon?
The pincode of Dewgaon is 494237.
What is the population of Dewgaon?
Dewgaon has a total population of 801, including 402 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Dewgaon?
There are 166 households in Dewgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dewgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewgaon is 27.72%. Male literacy is 36.07% and female literacy is 19.30%.