Degavada - Devgadbaria, Dahod
Degavada is a village situated in the Devgadbaria taluka of Dahod district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from Devgadbaria and around 60 km from Dohad. Degavada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Degavada is 519551. The village covers a total geographical area of 432.3 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Devgadbaria is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Degavada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devgadbaria Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Degavada
As per Census 2011, Degavada village has a total population of 2,969 people, consisting of 1,482 males and 1,487 females. The village has 461 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 515 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,334 literate and 1,635 illiterate residents. Additionally, 229 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Degavada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,969 | 1,482 | 1,487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 515 | 275 | 240 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 111 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,334 | 831 | 503 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,635 | 651 | 984 |
Nearby Villages of Degavada
Degavada 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 Degavada
Public transport in the Degavada is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Degavada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devgadbaria to Degavada is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dohad to Degavada is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Degavada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Degavada 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 Degavada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Degavada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Degavada
Where is Degavada located?
Degavada village is located in Devgadbaria Taluka, Dahod district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Degavada?
Degavada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Degavada?
The pincode of Degavada is 389380.
What is the population of Degavada?
Degavada has a total population of 2,969, including 1,482 males and 1,487 females.
How many households are there in Degavada?
There are 461 households in Degavada.
What is the literacy rate in Degavada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Degavada is 44.93%. Male literacy is 56.07% and female literacy is 33.83%.