Degam
About Degam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Degam village is 512126. Degam village is located in Dasada taluka of Surendranagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Patdi (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Surendranagar. As per 2009 stats, Degam village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 6810.89 hectares. Degam has a total population of 2,048 peoples, out of which male population is 1,057 while female population is 991. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 937 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of degam village is 67.63% out of which 73.51% males and 61.35% females are literate. There are about 422 houses in degam village. Pincode of degam village locality is 382745.
When it comes to administration, Degam village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Degam village comes under Dasada Vidhan Sabha constituency & Surendranagar Lok Sabha constituency. Patdi is nearest town to degam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Degam
The population details of Degam cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,048 | 1,057 | 991 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 289 | 157 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 103 | 46 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,385 | 777 | 608 |
| Illiterate Population | 663 | 280 | 383 |
Connectivity of Degam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Degam
Where is Degam located?
Degam village is situated in Dasada Taluka, within the Surendranagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Degam?
Degam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Degam?
The pincode of Degam is 382745, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Degam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Degam is 2,048, with 1,057 males and 991 females.
How many households are there in Degam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Degam village has a total of 422 households.
What is the literacy rate in Degam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Degam is 67.63%. The male literacy rate is 73.51%, while the female literacy rate is 61.35%.