Mehgaon - Vijayraghavgarh, Katni
Mehgaon is a village situated in the Vijayraghavgarh tehsil of Katni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijayraghavgarh and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Katni. Mahganv serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehgaon is 488496. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.58 hectares and falls under the 483880 pincode. Vijayraghavgarh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mehgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mehgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Mehgaon village had a total population of 547 people, including 292 males and 255 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.33%, with male literacy at 81.67% and female literacy at 57.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 325.
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 | 547 | 292 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 52 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 325 | 180 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 320 | 196 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 96 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Mehgaon
Mehgaon 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 Mehgaon
Mehgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Vijayraghavgarh to Mehgaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Katni to Mehgaon is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | 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 Mehgaon
Where is Mehgaon located?
Mehgaon village is located in Vijayraghavgarh Tehsil, Katni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mehgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehgaon is Mahganv.
What is the pincode of Mehgaon?
The pincode of Mehgaon is 483880.
What is the population of Mehgaon?
Mehgaon had a total population of 547, including 292 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Mehgaon?
Mehgaon had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehgaon was 70.33%. Male literacy was 81.67% and female literacy was 57.67%.