Dewalgaon
Dewalgaon is a village located in Lanji tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Lanji (tehsildar office) and 76km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Dewalgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dewalgaon unique in its vibrant Lanji-Balaghat region. You’ll see Dewalgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dewalgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dewalgaon is 498508. The village spans a total geographical area of 477.13 hectares. Lanji is nearest town to Dewalgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Dewalgaon
Population of Dewalgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dewalgaon has a total population of about 2,609, with approximately 1,327 males and 1,282 females. The sex ratio is around 966 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 310 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 223 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 36. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.28%, with male literacy at about 80.18% and female literacy near 66.15%. There are around 540 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dewalgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,609 | 1,327 | 1,282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 153 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 223 | 103 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,912 | 1,064 | 848 |
| Illiterate Population | 697 | 263 | 434 |
Connectivity of Dewalgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dewalgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Dewalgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dewalgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Dewalgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dewalgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dewalgaon
- Where is Dewalgaon located?
- Dewalgaon village is situated in Lanji Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dewalgaon?
- Dewalgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dewalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dewalgaon is 2,609, with 1,327 males and 1,282 females.
- How many households are there in Dewalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dewalgaon village has a total of 540 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dewalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dewalgaon is 73.28%. The male literacy rate is 80.18%, while the female literacy rate is 66.15%.