Dudhgaon - Bichhua, Chhindwara
Dudhgaon is a village situated in the Bichhua tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhua and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Dudhgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudhgaon is 495442. The village covers a total geographical area of 637.88 hectares and falls under the 480111 pincode. Chhindwara is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Dudhgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dudhgaon
As per Census 2011, Dudhgaon village has a total population of 1,279 people, consisting of 632 males and 647 females. The village has 256 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 745 literate and 534 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,055 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dudhgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,279 | 632 | 647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 76 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,055 | 511 | 544 |
| Literate Population | 745 | 427 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 534 | 205 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Dudhgaon
Dudhgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marajatpur | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Kanhargaon | West | 3.03 km |
| Devari | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Sanwari No.2 | South | 3.31 km |
| Thuepani | South | 3.77 km |
| Kadaiya No.2 | North-West | 4.25 km |
| Khamarpani | West | 4.70 km |
| Cherrewani | South | 5.04 km |
| Bisanpur | South | 5.42 km |
| Deni | West | 5.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dudhgaon
Dudhgaon 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 Bhimalgondi, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.0 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 Chhindwara to Dudhgaon is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dudhgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudhgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dudhgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dudhgaon 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 Dudhgaon
Where is Dudhgaon located?
Dudhgaon village is located in Bichhua Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dudhgaon?
Dudhgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dudhgaon?
The pincode of Dudhgaon is 480111.
What is the population of Dudhgaon?
Dudhgaon has a total population of 1,279, including 632 males and 647 females.
How many households are there in Dudhgaon?
There are 256 households in Dudhgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dudhgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudhgaon is 58.25%. Male literacy is 67.56% and female literacy is 49.15%.