Degam - Jambusar, Bharuch
Degam is a village situated in the Jambusar taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jambusar and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Degam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Degam is 521868. The village covers a total geographical area of 5925.1 hectares and falls under the 392155 pincode. Jambusar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Degam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Degam
As per Census 2011, Degam village has a total population of 5,802 people, consisting of 3,026 males and 2,776 females. The village has 955 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 987 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,416 literate and 2,386 illiterate residents. Additionally, 174 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 651 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Degam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,802 | 3,026 | 2,776 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 987 | 515 | 472 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 88 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 651 | 347 | 304 |
| Literate Population | 3,416 | 2,018 | 1,398 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,386 | 1,008 | 1,378 |
Nearby Villages of Degam
Degam is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Degam
Degam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jambusar to Degam is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Degam is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Degam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Degam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Degam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Degam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Degam
Where is Degam located?
Degam village is located in Jambusar Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Degam?
Degam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Degam?
The pincode of Degam is 392155.
What is the population of Degam?
Degam has a total population of 5,802, including 3,026 males and 2,776 females.
How many households are there in Degam?
There are 955 households in Degam.
What is the literacy rate in Degam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Degam is 58.88%. Male literacy is 66.69% and female literacy is 50.36%.