Pekhlon - Rahatgarh, Sagar
Pekhlon is a village situated in the Rahatgarh tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rahatgarh and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Pekhlon (p) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pekhlon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pekhlon is 460492. The village covers a total geographical area of 369.66 hectares and falls under the 470119 pincode. Rahatgarh is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Pekhlon 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 Pekhlon
As per Census 2011, Pekhlon village has a total population of 867 people, consisting of 450 males and 417 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 168 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 535 literate and 332 illiterate residents. Additionally, 171 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pekhlon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 867 | 450 | 417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 95 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 86 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 535 | 318 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 132 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Pekhlon
Pekhlon 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 Pekhlon
Public transport in the Pekhlon is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rahatgarh to Pekhlon is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sagar to Pekhlon is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pekhlon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pekhlon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pekhlon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pekhlon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pekhlon
Where is Pekhlon located?
Pekhlon village is located in Rahatgarh Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pekhlon?
The Gram Panchayat of Pekhlon is Pekhlon (p).
What is the pincode of Pekhlon?
The pincode of Pekhlon is 470119.
What is the population of Pekhlon?
Pekhlon has a total population of 867, including 450 males and 417 females.
How many households are there in Pekhlon?
There are 187 households in Pekhlon.
What is the literacy rate in Pekhlon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pekhlon is 61.71%. Male literacy is 70.67% and female literacy is 52.04%.