Bedgaon - Satwas, Dewas
Bedgaon is a village situated in the Satwas tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satwas and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Bedgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bedgaon is 473819. The village covers a total geographical area of 1333.51 hectares and falls under the 455440 pincode. Kantaphod is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Bedgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bedgaon
As per Census 2011, Bedgaon village has a total population of 2,949 people, consisting of 1,534 males and 1,415 females. The village has 677 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 485 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,612 literate and 1,337 illiterate residents. Additionally, 668 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,291 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bedgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,949 | 1,534 | 1,415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 485 | 274 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 668 | 363 | 305 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,291 | 640 | 651 |
| Literate Population | 1,612 | 1,013 | 599 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,337 | 521 | 816 |
Nearby Villages of Bedgaon
Bedgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kitola Khurd | North | 1.92 km |
| Khal | East | 2.16 km |
| Kitolabuzurg | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Nimkheda | West | 2.57 km |
| Burut | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Salamatpura | North | 3.59 km |
| Pura | South | 3.73 km |
| Eklera | South-West | 3.74 km |
| Jabalpur | West | 3.81 km |
| Semlikhurd | East | 3.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bedgaon
Bedgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kurawan, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.1 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 Kantaphod to Bedgaon is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Bedgaon is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bedgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bedgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bedgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bedgaon 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bedgaon
Where is Bedgaon located?
Bedgaon village is located in Satwas Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bedgaon?
Bedgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bedgaon?
The pincode of Bedgaon is 455440.
What is the population of Bedgaon?
Bedgaon has a total population of 2,949, including 1,534 males and 1,415 females.
How many households are there in Bedgaon?
There are 677 households in Bedgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bedgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bedgaon is 54.66%. Male literacy is 66.04% and female literacy is 42.33%.