Mohgaon - Bichhiya, Mandla
Mohgaon is a village situated in the Bichhiya tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhiya and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Bhawamal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mohgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mohgaon is 493182. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.3 hectares and falls under the 481996 pincode. Bichhiya is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Mohgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mohgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Mohgaon village had a total population of 320 people, including 162 males and 158 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.55%, with male literacy at 78.52% and female literacy at 47.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 251.
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 | 320 | 162 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 27 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 251 | 125 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 106 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 56 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Mohgaon
Mohgaon 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 Mohgaon
Public transport in the Mohgaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bichhiya to Mohgaon is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Mohgaon is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mohgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mohgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mohgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mohgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mohgaon
Where is Mohgaon located?
Mohgaon village is located in Bichhiya Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mohgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Mohgaon is Bhawamal.
What is the pincode of Mohgaon?
The pincode of Mohgaon is 481996.
What is the population of Mohgaon?
Mohgaon had a total population of 320, including 162 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Mohgaon?
Mohgaon had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mohgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mohgaon was 62.55%. Male literacy was 78.52% and female literacy was 47.14%.