Sagon Ghat - Kareli, Narsimhapur
Sagon Ghat is a village situated in the Kareli tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kareli and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Bikor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sagon Ghat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sagon Ghat is 491299. The village covers a total geographical area of 216.31 hectares and falls under the 487001 pincode. Kareli is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Sagon Ghat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narsingpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sagon Ghat
As per Census 2011, Sagon Ghat village has a total population of 520 people, consisting of 255 males and 265 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 129 literate and 391 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sagon Ghat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 520 | 255 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 37 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 80 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 391 | 175 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Sagon Ghat
Sagon Ghat is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bikor | West | 1.54 km |
| Kudi | North | 1.71 km |
| Piparha | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Rewanagar | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Guwari | South-East | 2.85 km |
| Mothegaon | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Bir Katangi | West | 3.07 km |
| Ratikarar Kalan | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Deori Khurd | South | 3.85 km |
| Dharampuri | West | 4.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sagon Ghat
Sagon Ghat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kareli, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kareli to Sagon Ghat is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Sagon Ghat is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sagon Ghat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sagon Ghat 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 Sagon Ghat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sagon Ghat 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sagon Ghat
Where is Sagon Ghat located?
Sagon Ghat village is located in Kareli Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sagon Ghat?
The Gram Panchayat of Sagon Ghat is Bikor.
What is the pincode of Sagon Ghat?
The pincode of Sagon Ghat is 487001.
What is the population of Sagon Ghat?
Sagon Ghat has a total population of 520, including 255 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Sagon Ghat?
There are 105 households in Sagon Ghat.
What is the literacy rate in Sagon Ghat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sagon Ghat is 24.81%. Male literacy is 31.37% and female literacy is 18.49%.