Degaon

Degaon is a village located in Tarapur subdivision of Munger district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Tarapur (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Munger. As per 2009 stats, Bihma is the gram panchayat of Degaon village.

Degaon has its own place in the vibrant Munger 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 Degaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Degaon is 243144. The village spans a total geographical area of 135 hectares. Munger is nearest town to Degaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 52km away.

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Population of Degaon

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 872 472 400
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 161 76 85
Scheduled Castes (SC) 274 137 137
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 653 374 279
Illiterate Population 219 98 121

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

  • The total population of Degaon village is around 872, including approximately 472 males and 400 females, with a sex ratio of 847 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 161 children aged 0–6 years in Degaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Degaon village has 274 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Degaon village is about 74.89%, with male literacy at 79.24% and female literacy at 69.75%.
  • There are around 176 households in Degaon village.

Connectivity of Degaon

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

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

Nearby Villages of Degaon

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Degaon

Where is Degaon located?
Degaon village is situated in Tarapur Subdivision, within the Munger district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Degaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Degaon is Bihma (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Degaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Degaon is 872, with 472 males and 400 females.
How many households are there in Degaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Degaon village has a total of 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Degaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Degaon is 74.89%. The male literacy rate is 79.24%, while the female literacy rate is 69.75%.