Dewalgaon
Dewalgaon is a village located in Arjuni Morgaon tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Arjuni Morgaon (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Bodra Dewalgaon is the gram panchayat of Dewalgaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Dewalgaon unique in its vibrant Arjuni Morgaon-Gondiya region. You’ll see Dewalgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dewalgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dewalgaon is 538195. The village spans a total geographical area of 941.5 hectares. Desaiganj is nearest town to Dewalgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 57km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dewalgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Arjuni-morgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dewalgaon
Population of Dewalgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dewalgaon has a total population of about 1,852, with approximately 933 males and 919 females. The sex ratio is around 984 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 157 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 66 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 810. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.32%, with male literacy at about 87.67% and female literacy near 74.86%. There are around 301 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dewalgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,852 | 933 | 919 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 69 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 29 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 810 | 424 | 386 |
| Literate Population | 1,506 | 818 | 688 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 115 | 231 |
Connectivity of Dewalgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dewalgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Dewalgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dewalgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Dewalgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dewalgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dewalgaon
- Where is Dewalgaon located?
- Dewalgaon village is situated in Arjuni Morgaon Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dewalgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dewalgaon is Bodra Dewalgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Dewalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dewalgaon is 1,852, with 933 males and 919 females.
- How many households are there in Dewalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dewalgaon village has a total of 301 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dewalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dewalgaon is 81.32%. The male literacy rate is 87.67%, while the female literacy rate is 74.86%.