Mehguwan - Jabera, Damoh
Mehguwan is a village situated in the Jabera tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jabera and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Chaurai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehguwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehguwan is 462678. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.5 hectares and falls under the 470663 pincode. Jabera is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Mehguwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mehguwan
According to the 2011 Census, Mehguwan village had a total population of 64 people, including 37 males and 27 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 730 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.50%, with male literacy at 73.08% and female literacy at 50.00%.
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 | 64 | 37 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 18 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Mehguwan
Mehguwan 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 Mehguwan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Mehguwan. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Mehguwan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jabera to Mehguwan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Damoh to Mehguwan is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehguwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehguwan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mehguwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehguwan 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 Mehguwan
Where is Mehguwan located?
Mehguwan village is located in Jabera Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehguwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehguwan is Chaurai.
What is the pincode of Mehguwan?
The pincode of Mehguwan is 470663.
What is the population of Mehguwan?
Mehguwan had a total population of 64, including 37 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Mehguwan?
Mehguwan had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehguwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehguwan was 62.50%. Male literacy was 73.08% and female literacy was 50.00%.