Depura - Mehgaon, Bhind
Depura is a village situated in the Mehgaon tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehgaon and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Saipura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Depura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Depura is 453132. The village covers a total geographical area of 335.18 hectares and falls under the 477557 pincode. Mehgaon is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Depura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Depura
According to the 2011 Census, Depura village had a total population of 531 people, including 300 males and 231 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 770 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.61%, with male literacy at 81.20% and female literacy at 61.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 531 | 300 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 342 | 216 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 84 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Depura
Depura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kupawali | South | 1.28 km |
| Shaypura | North | 1.49 km |
| Sururu | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Chutawali | East | 2.18 km |
| Buzurg | South-East | 2.41 km |
| Tikari Kalan | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Aanto | South | 3.14 km |
| Devari(lawan) | North | 3.17 km |
| Dhorkha | West | 3.89 km |
| Goram | East | 3.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Depura
Depura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Itehar, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mehgaon to Depura is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Depura is about 32 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 Depura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Depura 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 Depura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Depura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Depura
Where is Depura located?
Depura village is located in Mehgaon Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Depura?
The Gram Panchayat of Depura is Saipura.
What is the pincode of Depura?
The pincode of Depura is 477557.
What is the population of Depura?
Depura had a total population of 531, including 300 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Depura?
Depura had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Depura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Depura was 72.61%. Male literacy was 81.20% and female literacy was 61.46%.