Deogaon - Sihawal, Sidhi
Deogaon is a village situated in the Sihawal tehsil of Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihawal and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Sidhi. Ghopari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deogaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deogaon is 502880. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.93 hectares and falls under the 486670 pincode. Sidhi is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Deogaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sihawal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deogaon
As per Census 2011, Deogaon village has a total population of 1,240 people, consisting of 590 males and 650 females. The village has 237 households and a sex ratio of 1,101 females per 1,000 males. There are 242 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 602 literate and 638 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 87 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deogaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,240 | 590 | 650 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 131 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 66 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 42 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 602 | 355 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 638 | 235 | 403 |
Nearby Villages of Deogaon
Deogaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghopari | South-West | 1.35 km |
| Balhaya | East | 1.66 km |
| Bamuri Gajkaransingh | South | 1.76 km |
| Bamuri Rajmatsingh(khas) | South-East | 1.96 km |
| Godigaon | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Supela | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Uksa | South-West | 2.38 km |
| Bamuri Unmukt | South-East | 2.52 km |
| Bamuri Viran | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Rampur | South-East | 3.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deogaon
Deogaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bargawan, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sidhi to Deogaon is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deogaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deogaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Deogaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deogaon 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 Deogaon
Where is Deogaon located?
Deogaon village is located in Sihawal Tehsil, Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deogaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Deogaon is Ghopari.
What is the pincode of Deogaon?
The pincode of Deogaon is 486670.
What is the population of Deogaon?
Deogaon has a total population of 1,240, including 590 males and 650 females.
How many households are there in Deogaon?
There are 237 households in Deogaon.
What is the literacy rate in Deogaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deogaon is 48.55%. Male literacy is 60.17% and female literacy is 38.00%.