Devghat - Keolari, Seoni
Devghat is a village situated in the Keolari tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Keolari and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Chirchira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devghat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devghat is 496446. The village covers a total geographical area of 543.05 hectares and falls under the 480991 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Devghat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devghat
According to the 2011 Census, Devghat village had a total population of 914 people, including 467 males and 447 females, living in 211 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.90%, with male literacy at 76.83% and female literacy at 64.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 308, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 914 | 467 | 447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 70 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 308 | 152 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 558 | 305 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 356 | 162 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Devghat
Devghat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kudari | North | 2.13 km |
| Chirchira | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Singhodi | South-West | 2.43 km |
| Pindrai | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Dondawari | North-West | 3.97 km |
| Bhurkundi | West | 4.03 km |
| Santhai | South-East | 4.32 km |
| Chidi | North-East | 4.41 km |
| Kuwa Kheda | North | 4.94 km |
| Ghansaur | South | 4.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devghat
Devghat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khairee Halt, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Seoni to Devghat is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devghat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devghat 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Devghat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devghat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devghat
Where is Devghat located?
Devghat village is located in Keolari Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Devghat?
The Gram Panchayat of Devghat is Chirchira.
What is the pincode of Devghat?
The pincode of Devghat is 480991.
What is the population of Devghat?
Devghat had a total population of 914, including 467 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Devghat?
Devghat had 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devghat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devghat was 70.90%. Male literacy was 76.83% and female literacy was 64.87%.