Megdon
Megdon is a village located in Chaurai tehsil of Chhindwara district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Chaurai (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Chhindwara. As per 2009 stats, Meghdon is the gram panchayat of Megdon village.
Here you can discover what makes Megdon unique in its vibrant Chaurai-Chhindwara region. You’ll see Megdon’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 Megdon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Megdon is 494409. The village spans a total geographical area of 288.2 hectares. Chaurai Khas is nearest town to Megdon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Megdon
Population of Megdon
According to the 2011 Census, Megdon has a total population of about 1,333, with approximately 679 males and 654 females. The sex ratio is around 963 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 184 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 131 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 160. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.59%, with male literacy at about 65.24% and female literacy near 51.68%. There are around 332 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Megdon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,333 | 679 | 654 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 89 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 63 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 79 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 781 | 443 | 338 |
| Illiterate Population | 552 | 236 | 316 |
Connectivity of Megdon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Megdon. As per the 2011 stats, Megdon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Megdon
Knowing the nearby villages of Megdon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Megdon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Megdon
- Where is Megdon located?
- Megdon village is situated in Chaurai Tehsil, within the Chhindwara district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Megdon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Megdon is Meghdon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Megdon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Megdon is 1,333, with 679 males and 654 females.
- How many households are there in Megdon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Megdon village has a total of 332 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Megdon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Megdon is 58.59%. The male literacy rate is 65.24%, while the female literacy rate is 51.68%.