Mehgod - Jaisinagar, Sagar
Mehgod is a village situated in the Jaisinagar tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from Sagar and around 35 km from Sagar. Mehgod (p) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehgod village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehgod is 460830. The village covers a total geographical area of 454.24 hectares and falls under the 470125 pincode. Rahatgarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Mehgod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surkhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mehgod
As per Census 2011, Mehgod village has a total population of 978 people, consisting of 539 males and 439 females. The village has 211 households and a sex ratio of 814 females per 1,000 males. There are 167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 632 literate and 346 illiterate residents. Additionally, 154 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mehgod are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 978 | 539 | 439 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 98 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 87 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 632 | 375 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 164 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Mehgod
Mehgod 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 Mehgod
Mehgod is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rahatgarh to Mehgod is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sagar to Mehgod is about 35 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 Mehgod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehgod 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mehgod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehgod village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mehgod
Where is Mehgod located?
Mehgod village is located in Jaisinagar Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehgod?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehgod is Mehgod (p).
What is the pincode of Mehgod?
The pincode of Mehgod is 470125.
What is the population of Mehgod?
Mehgod has a total population of 978, including 539 males and 439 females.
How many households are there in Mehgod?
There are 211 households in Mehgod.
What is the literacy rate in Mehgod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehgod is 64.62%. Male literacy is 69.57% and female literacy is 58.54%.