Degawan

Degawan is a village located in Khizirsarai subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Khizirsarai (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Chiraili is the gram panchayat of Degawan village.

Degawan has its own place in the vibrant Gaya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Degawan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Degawan is 255028. The village spans a total geographical area of 494 hectares. Gaya is nearest town to Degawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Degawan

Below is a concise population overview of Degawan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,692 1,383 1,309
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 454 229 225
Scheduled Castes (SC) 853 446 407
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,627 963 664
Illiterate Population 1,065 420 645

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Degawan village:

  • The total population of Degawan village is around 2,692, including approximately 1,383 males and 1,309 females, with a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 454 children aged 0–6 years in Degawan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Degawan village has 853 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Degawan village is about 60.44%, with male literacy at 69.63% and female literacy at 50.73%.
  • There are around 460 households in Degawan village.

Connectivity of Degawan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Degawan. As per the 2011 stats, Degawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Degawan

Knowing the nearby villages of Degawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Degawan.

Jinor Chak Saidpur Khidar Saray Keni Pachrukhi Chiraili Kutlupur Bana Mai Hurma Dewan Fatehpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Degawan

Where is Degawan located?
Degawan village is situated in Khizirsarai Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Degawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Degawan is Chiraili (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Degawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Degawan is 2,692, with 1,383 males and 1,309 females.
How many households are there in Degawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Degawan village has a total of 460 households.
What is the literacy rate in Degawan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Degawan is 60.44%. The male literacy rate is 69.63%, while the female literacy rate is 50.73%.