Mahigaon - Udaynagar, Dewas
Mahigaon is a village situated in the Udaynagar tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 62 km from Bagli and around 122 km from Dewas. Mahigaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahigaon is 474069. The village covers a total geographical area of 502.78 hectares and falls under the 455227 pincode. Bagli is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Mahigaon 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 Mahigaon
As per Census 2011, Mahigaon village has a total population of 1,534 people, consisting of 774 males and 760 females. The village has 308 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 298 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 672 literate and 862 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,138 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahigaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,534 | 774 | 760 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 298 | 150 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,138 | 591 | 547 |
| Literate Population | 672 | 392 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 862 | 382 | 480 |
Nearby Villages of Mahigaon
Mahigaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shyampura | East | 1.64 km |
| Siralibid | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Borkhedi | South | 2.21 km |
| Narsingpura | South-East | 2.84 km |
| Pandutalab | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Semlikheda | South | 3.19 km |
| Jamasindh | East | 3.50 km |
| Dongarkheda | North-East | 3.85 km |
| Kanad | South | 4.00 km |
| Nachanbor | North-West | 4.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahigaon
Mahigaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Choral, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagli to Mahigaon is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Mahigaon is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahigaon 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 Mahigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahigaon 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 Mahigaon
Where is Mahigaon located?
Mahigaon village is located in Udaynagar Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahigaon?
Mahigaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahigaon?
The pincode of Mahigaon is 455227.
What is the population of Mahigaon?
Mahigaon has a total population of 1,534, including 774 males and 760 females.
How many households are there in Mahigaon?
There are 308 households in Mahigaon.
What is the literacy rate in Mahigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahigaon is 43.81%. Male literacy is 50.65% and female literacy is 36.84%.