Dhargoan - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Dhargoan is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Dhargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhargoan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhargoan is 476990. The village covers a total geographical area of 810.81 hectares and falls under the 451221 pincode. Mandleshwar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dhargoan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhargoan
According to the 2011 Census, Dhargoan village had a total population of 5,105 people, including 2,576 males and 2,529 females, living in 1,010 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.44%, with male literacy at 80.85% and female literacy at 62.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 808, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 609.
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 | 5,105 | 2,576 | 2,529 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 662 | 357 | 305 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 808 | 412 | 396 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 609 | 318 | 291 |
| Literate Population | 3,174 | 1,794 | 1,380 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,931 | 782 | 1,149 |
Nearby Villages of Dhargoan
Dhargoan 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 Dhargoan
Dhargoan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mandleshwar to Dhargoan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Dhargoan is about 50 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 Dhargoan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhargoan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhargoan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhargoan 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 Dhargoan
Where is Dhargoan located?
Dhargoan village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhargoan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhargoan is Dhargaon.
What is the pincode of Dhargoan?
The pincode of Dhargoan is 451221.
What is the population of Dhargoan?
Dhargoan had a total population of 5,105, including 2,576 males and 2,529 females.
How many households are there in Dhargoan?
Dhargoan had 1,010 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhargoan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhargoan was 71.44%. Male literacy was 80.85% and female literacy was 62.05%.