Degavda - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Degavda is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Degavda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Degavda is 516704. The village covers a total geographical area of 785.19 hectares and falls under the 364295 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Degavda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Degavda
According to the 2011 Census, Degavda village had a total population of 1,891 people, including 928 males and 963 females, living in 330 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.58%, with male literacy at 82.05% and female literacy at 57.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,891 | 928 | 963 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 109 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,148 | 672 | 476 |
| Illiterate Population | 743 | 256 | 487 |
Nearby Villages of Degavda
Degavda 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 Degavda
Degavda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Degavda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Degavda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Degavda is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Degavda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Degavda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Degavda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Degavda 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Degavda
Where is Degavda located?
Degavda village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Degavda?
Degavda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Degavda?
The pincode of Degavda is 364295.
What is the population of Degavda?
Degavda had a total population of 1,891, including 928 males and 963 females.
How many households are there in Degavda?
Degavda had 330 households.
What is the literacy rate in Degavda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Degavda was 69.58%. Male literacy was 82.05% and female literacy was 57.28%.