Degaon - Kittur, Belagavi
Degaon is a village situated in the Kittur taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 45 km from Sampagaon and around 45 km from Belgaum. Degaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Degaon is 598107. The village covers a total geographical area of 2715.89 hectares and falls under the 591115 pincode. Bail Hongal is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Degaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kittur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Degaon
As per Census 2011, Degaon village has a total population of 3,448 people, consisting of 1,726 males and 1,722 females. The village has 792 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 391 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,284 literate and 1,164 illiterate residents. Additionally, 222 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 96 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Degaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,448 | 1,726 | 1,722 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 391 | 205 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 222 | 109 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 50 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 2,284 | 1,253 | 1,031 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,164 | 473 | 691 |
Nearby Villages of Degaon
Degaon 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 Degaon
Degaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bail Hongal to Degaon is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Degaon is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Degaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Degaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Degaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Degaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Degaon
Where is Degaon located?
Degaon village is located in Kittur Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Degaon?
Degaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Degaon?
The pincode of Degaon is 591115.
What is the population of Degaon?
Degaon has a total population of 3,448, including 1,726 males and 1,722 females.
How many households are there in Degaon?
There are 792 households in Degaon.
What is the literacy rate in Degaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Degaon is 66.24%. Male literacy is 72.60% and female literacy is 59.87%.