Deeghar Kalan Village - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Deeghar Kalan is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Deori - 2 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deeghar Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deeghar Kalan is 503440. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.96 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Lamsarai is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Deeghar Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deeghar Kalan
As per Census 2011, Deeghar Kalan village has a total population of 338 people, consisting of 177 males and 161 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 179 literate and 159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 164 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 95 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deeghar Kalan are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 338 | 177 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 82 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 53 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 94 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 83 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Deeghar Kalan
Deeghar Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Atraila (rajghat) | East | 0.68 km |
| Deeghar Khurd | North | 1.54 km |
| Bamhan Dewa | South | 1.78 km |
| Badgadi | West | 2.34 km |
| Badram | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Naugai (kekrai) | West | 3.59 km |
| Rajabar | West | 3.68 km |
| Mahuriya | South-West | 3.76 km |
| Deora | North-East | 3.81 km |
| Gairuai | South | 3.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deeghar Kalan
Deeghar Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khuldil Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Lamsarai to Deeghar Kalan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Deeghar Kalan is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deeghar Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deeghar Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Deeghar Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deeghar Kalan 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 Deeghar Kalan
Where is Deeghar Kalan located?
Deeghar Kalan village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deeghar Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Deeghar Kalan is Deori - 2.
What is the pincode of Deeghar Kalan?
The pincode of Deeghar Kalan is 486882.
What is the population of Deeghar Kalan?
Deeghar Kalan has a total population of 338, including 177 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Deeghar Kalan?
There are 48 households in Deeghar Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Deeghar Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deeghar Kalan is 52.96%. Male literacy is 53.11% and female literacy is 52.80%.