Deguwan - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Deguwan is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Belkhedi Narmada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deguwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deguwan is 490552. The village covers a total geographical area of 376.63 hectares and falls under the 487118 pincode. Chhindwara 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 Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deguwan
According to the 2011 Census, Deguwan village had a total population of 521 people, including 272 males and 249 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.56%, with male literacy at 89.34% and female literacy at 75.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 39.
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 | 521 | 272 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 28 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 53 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 16 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 393 | 218 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 54 | 74 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. 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 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 Chhindwara 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 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 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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 Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Deguwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Deguwan is Belkhedi Narmada.
What is the pincode of Deguwan?
The pincode of Deguwan is 487118.
What is the population of Deguwan?
Deguwan had a total population of 521, including 272 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Deguwan?
Deguwan had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deguwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deguwan was 82.56%. Male literacy was 89.34% and female literacy was 75.43%.