Deepgaon - Khategaon, Dewas
Deepgaon is a village situated in the Khategaon tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khategaon and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Deepgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deepgaon is 474280. The village covers a total geographical area of 612 hectares and falls under the 455339 pincode. Khategaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Deepgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Deepgaon
As per Census 2011, Deepgaon village has a total population of 1,356 people, consisting of 725 males and 631 females. The village has 264 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 898 literate and 458 illiterate residents. Additionally, 145 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deepgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,356 | 725 | 631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 103 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 86 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 898 | 542 | 356 |
| Illiterate Population | 458 | 183 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Deepgaon
Deepgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malagaon | South | 2.17 km |
| Belkha | North | 2.61 km |
| Rijgaon | East | 2.70 km |
| Gulgaon | West | 3.08 km |
| Kungasa | East | 3.15 km |
| Kankariya | North-West | 3.41 km |
| Bijapur | South-East | 3.41 km |
| Gujargaon | West | 3.70 km |
| Pipalyanankar | South-West | 3.72 km |
| Sonkhedi | North-East | 4.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deepgaon
Deepgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Charkhera, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khategaon to Deepgaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Deepgaon is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deepgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deepgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Deepgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deepgaon 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 Deepgaon
Where is Deepgaon located?
Deepgaon village is located in Khategaon Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deepgaon?
Deepgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Deepgaon?
The pincode of Deepgaon is 455339.
What is the population of Deepgaon?
Deepgaon has a total population of 1,356, including 725 males and 631 females.
How many households are there in Deepgaon?
There are 264 households in Deepgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Deepgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deepgaon is 66.22%. Male literacy is 74.76% and female literacy is 56.42%.