Deogaon - Birsa, Balaghat
Deogaon is a village situated in the Birsa tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 41 km from Baihar and around 107 km from Balaghat. Devgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deogaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deogaon is 498116. The village covers a total geographical area of 677.31 hectares and falls under the 481051 pincode. Malajkhand is the nearest town.
Deogaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deogaon
According to the 2011 Census, Deogaon village had a total population of 805 people, including 389 males and 416 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.78%, with male literacy at 81.39% and female literacy at 62.87%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 805.
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 | 805 | 389 | 416 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 72 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 805 | 389 | 416 |
| Literate Population | 473 | 258 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 131 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Deogaon
Deogaon 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 Deogaon
Public transport in the Deogaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Balaghat to Deogaon is about 107 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 Deogaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deogaon 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 Deogaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deogaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Deogaon
Where is Deogaon located?
Deogaon village is located in Birsa Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deogaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Deogaon is Devgaon.
What is the pincode of Deogaon?
The pincode of Deogaon is 481051.
What is the population of Deogaon?
Deogaon had a total population of 805, including 389 males and 416 females.
How many households are there in Deogaon?
Deogaon had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deogaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deogaon was 71.78%. Male literacy was 81.39% and female literacy was 62.87%.