Degam - Vapi, Valsad
Degam is a village situated in the Vapi taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Pardi and around 42 km from Valsad. Degam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Degam is 523497. The village covers a total geographical area of 503.46 hectares and falls under the 396191 pincode. Chanod is the nearest town, located about 8 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 Pardi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Degam
As per Census 2011, Degam village has a total population of 1,968 people, consisting of 962 males and 1,006 females. The village has 419 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 209 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,337 literate and 631 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,658 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Degam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,968 | 962 | 1,006 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 97 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,658 | 801 | 857 |
| Literate Population | 1,337 | 737 | 600 |
| Illiterate Population | 631 | 225 | 406 |
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
Degam is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Degam.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chanod to Degam is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Degam is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Degam
Where is Degam located?
Degam village is located in Vapi Taluka, Valsad 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 396191.
What is the population of Degam?
Degam has a total population of 1,968, including 962 males and 1,006 females.
How many households are there in Degam?
There are 419 households in Degam.
What is the literacy rate in Degam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Degam is 67.94%. Male literacy is 76.61% and female literacy is 59.64%.