Devgaon - Budni, Sehore
Devgaon is a village situated in the Budni tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Budni and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Dev Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devgaon is 483451. The village covers a total geographical area of 391.91 hectares and falls under the 466445 pincode. Budni is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Devgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devgaon
As per Census 2011, Devgaon village has a total population of 770 people, consisting of 409 males and 361 females. The village has 146 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 293 literate and 477 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 549 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 770 | 409 | 361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 70 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 57 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 549 | 295 | 254 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 178 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 477 | 231 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Devgaon
Devgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pandado | North-West | 1.81 km |
| Khapa Khurd | East | 2.27 km |
| Holipura | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Barandua | South | 4.07 km |
| Randhal | South | 4.08 km |
| Khanda Bad | North-West | 4.91 km |
| Bibda | South-West | 5.27 km |
| Hasalpur | South-East | 5.51 km |
| Chakla (vangram) | North | 6.48 km |
| Dongarwada | South-East | 7.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devgaon
Devgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Budni, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.2 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Budni to Devgaon is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Devgaon is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Devgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devgaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Devgaon
Where is Devgaon located?
Devgaon village is located in Budni Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Devgaon is Dev Gaon.
What is the pincode of Devgaon?
The pincode of Devgaon is 466445.
What is the population of Devgaon?
Devgaon has a total population of 770, including 409 males and 361 females.
How many households are there in Devgaon?
There are 146 households in Devgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Devgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devgaon is 38.05%. Male literacy is 43.52% and female literacy is 31.86%.