Mehgaon - Chinour, Gwalior
Mehgaon is a village situated in the Chinour tehsil of Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chinour and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Gwalior. Mehagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehgaon is 454356. The village covers a total geographical area of 1086.75 hectares and falls under the 475110 pincode. Antari is the nearest town.
Mehgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhitarwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mehgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Mehgaon village had a total population of 2,806 people, including 1,541 males and 1,265 females, living in 583 households. The sex ratio was 821 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.60%, with male literacy at 73.75% and female literacy at 51.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 959, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 139.
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 | 2,806 | 1,541 | 1,265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 394 | 223 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 959 | 542 | 417 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 139 | 74 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 1,534 | 972 | 562 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,272 | 569 | 703 |
Nearby Villages of Mehgaon
Mehgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nonewar | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Sirsula | East | 2.33 km |
| Shyampur Tanka | North | 2.66 km |
| Garhi Salampur | North | 2.68 km |
| Bhadeshwar | East | 3.21 km |
| Chhida | North | 3.64 km |
| Dubaha Tanka | North-West | 3.94 km |
| Kishorgarh | North | 4.29 km |
| Itma | South | 4.52 km |
| Dubahi | West | 4.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mehgaon
Mehgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghatigaon, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gwalior to Mehgaon is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehgaon 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mehgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mehgaon
Where is Mehgaon located?
Mehgaon village is located in Chinour Tehsil, Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehgaon is Mehagaon.
What is the pincode of Mehgaon?
The pincode of Mehgaon is 475110.
What is the population of Mehgaon?
Mehgaon had a total population of 2,806, including 1,541 males and 1,265 females.
How many households are there in Mehgaon?
Mehgaon had 583 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehgaon was 63.60%. Male literacy was 73.75% and female literacy was 51.37%.