Driyaganj - Chicholi, Betul
Driyaganj is a village situated in the Chicholi tehsil of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chicholi and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Betul. Jhiriyadoh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Driyaganj village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Driyaganj is 485789. The village covers a total geographical area of 116 hectares and falls under the 460330 pincode. Chicholi is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Driyaganj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghoradongri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Driyaganj
According to the 2011 Census, Driyaganj village had a total population of 470 people, including 226 males and 244 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 1,080 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.47%, with male literacy at 56.57% and female literacy at 38.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 261.
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 | 470 | 226 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 28 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 261 | 121 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 112 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 114 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Driyaganj
Driyaganj 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 Driyaganj
Driyaganj 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 >10 km |
| 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 Chicholi to Driyaganj is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Betul to Driyaganj is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Driyaganj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Driyaganj 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 Driyaganj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Driyaganj village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Driyaganj
Where is Driyaganj located?
Driyaganj village is located in Chicholi Tehsil, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Driyaganj?
The Gram Panchayat of Driyaganj is Jhiriyadoh.
What is the pincode of Driyaganj?
The pincode of Driyaganj is 460330.
What is the population of Driyaganj?
Driyaganj had a total population of 470, including 226 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Driyaganj?
Driyaganj had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Driyaganj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Driyaganj was 47.47%. Male literacy was 56.57% and female literacy was 38.38%.