Degam - Dasada, Surendranagar
Degam is a village situated in the Dasada taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patdi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Degam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Degam is 512126. The village covers a total geographical area of 6810.89 hectares and falls under the 363745 pincode. Patdi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Degam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Degam
As per Census 2011, Degam village has a total population of 2,048 people, consisting of 1,057 males and 991 females. The village has 422 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 289 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,385 literate and 663 illiterate residents. Additionally, 103 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Degam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,048 | 1,057 | 991 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 289 | 157 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 46 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 1,385 | 777 | 608 |
| Illiterate Population | 663 | 280 | 383 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Degam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patdi to Degam is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Degam 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 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Degam
Where is Degam located?
Degam village is located in Dasada Taluka, Surendranagar 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 363745.
What is the population of Degam?
Degam has a total population of 2,048, including 1,057 males and 991 females.
How many households are there in Degam?
There are 422 households in Degam.
What is the literacy rate in Degam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Degam is 67.63%. Male literacy is 73.51% and female literacy is 61.35%.