Dehgam
Dehgam is a village located in Radhanpur taluka of Patan district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Radhanpur (tehsildar office) and 83km away from district headquarter Patan. As per 2009 stats, Dehgam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dehgam unique in its vibrant Radhanpur-Patan region. You’ll see Dehgam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dehgam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dehgam is 508725. The village spans a total geographical area of 1661.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385360. Radhanpur is nearest town to Dehgam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dehgam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Radhanpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Patan Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dehgam
Population of Dehgam
According to the 2011 Census, Dehgam has a total population of about 2,351, with approximately 1,226 males and 1,125 females. The sex ratio is around 917 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 351 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 213 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 163. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.72%, with male literacy at about 63.70% and female literacy near 38.67%. There are around 460 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dehgam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,351 | 1,226 | 1,125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 351 | 187 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 119 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 88 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 1,216 | 781 | 435 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,135 | 445 | 690 |
Connectivity of Dehgam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dehgam. As per the 2011 stats, Dehgam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Dehgam
Knowing the nearby villages of Dehgam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dehgam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dehgam
- Where is Dehgam located?
- Dehgam village is situated in Radhanpur Taluka, within the Patan district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dehgam?
- Dehgam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dehgam?
- The pincode of Dehgam is 385360, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dehgam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dehgam is 2,351, with 1,226 males and 1,125 females.
- How many households are there in Dehgam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dehgam village has a total of 460 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dehgam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dehgam is 51.72%. The male literacy rate is 63.70%, while the female literacy rate is 38.67%.