Dagkot - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Dagkot is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Matapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dagkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dagkot is 505578. The village covers a total geographical area of 486.17 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Dagkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dagkot
As per Census 2011, Dagkot village has a total population of 1,524 people, consisting of 803 males and 721 females. The village has 291 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 337 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 569 literate and 955 illiterate residents. Additionally, 106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,409 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dagkot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,524 | 803 | 721 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 337 | 186 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 51 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,409 | 746 | 663 |
| Literate Population | 569 | 346 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 955 | 457 | 498 |
Nearby Villages of Dagkot
Dagkot 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 Dagkot
Dagkot 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 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 Khandwa to Dagkot is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dagkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dagkot 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 Dagkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dagkot 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 Dagkot
Where is Dagkot located?
Dagkot village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dagkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Dagkot is Matapur.
What is the pincode of Dagkot?
The pincode of Dagkot is 450001.
What is the population of Dagkot?
Dagkot has a total population of 1,524, including 803 males and 721 females.
How many households are there in Dagkot?
There are 291 households in Dagkot.
What is the literacy rate in Dagkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dagkot is 37.34%. Male literacy is 43.09% and female literacy is 30.93%.