Deguwan - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Deguwan is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Tiguwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deguwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deguwan is 490723. The village covers a total geographical area of 243.28 hectares and falls under the 487771 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Deguwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deguwan
According to the 2011 Census, Deguwan village had a total population of 437 people, including 234 males and 203 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.01%, with male literacy at 82.16% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 140.
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 | 437 | 234 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 70 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 175 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 59 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Deguwan
Deguwan 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 Deguwan
Deguwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Deguwan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadarwara to Deguwan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Deguwan is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deguwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deguwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Deguwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deguwan 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 Deguwan
Where is Deguwan located?
Deguwan village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Deguwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Deguwan is Tiguwan.
What is the pincode of Deguwan?
The pincode of Deguwan is 487771.
What is the population of Deguwan?
Deguwan had a total population of 437, including 234 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Deguwan?
Deguwan had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deguwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deguwan was 72.01%. Male literacy was 82.16% and female literacy was 60.00%.