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
According to the 2011 Census, Mehgod village had a total population of 978 people, including 539 males and 439 females, living in 211 households. The sex ratio was 814 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.93%, with male literacy at 85.03% and female literacy at 69.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 154, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 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 had a total population of 978, including 539 males and 439 females.
How many households are there in Mehgod?
Mehgod had 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehgod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehgod was 77.93%. Male literacy was 85.03% and female literacy was 69.46%.