Degaon

Degaon is a village located in Jobat tehsil of Alirajpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Jobat (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Alirajpur. As per 2009 stats, Bhilkhedi is the gram panchayat of Degaon village.

Degaon has its own place in the vibrant Alirajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Degaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Degaon is 505065. The village spans a total geographical area of 391.65 hectares. Jobat is nearest town to Degaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 1km away.

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Population of Degaon

Below is a concise population overview of Degaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,122 538 584
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 239 133 106
Scheduled Castes (SC) 29 16 13
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,076 516 560
Literate Population 451 236 215
Illiterate Population 671 302 369

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Degaon village:

  • The total population of Degaon village is around 1,122, including approximately 538 males and 584 females, with a sex ratio of 1085 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 239 children aged 0–6 years in Degaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Degaon village has 29 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,076 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Degaon village is about 40.20%, with male literacy at 43.87% and female literacy at 36.82%.
  • There are around 195 households in Degaon village.

Connectivity of Degaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Degaon. As per the 2011 stats, Degaon 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Degaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Degaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Degaon.

Baledi Undari Handi Bilasa Bhilkhedi Chohli Chagdi Jali Ghoghasiya Kali Khetar Kila Jobat

Frequently Asked Questions about Degaon

Where is Degaon located?
Degaon village is situated in Jobat Tehsil, within the Alirajpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Degaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Degaon is Bhilkhedi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Degaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Degaon is 1,122, with 538 males and 584 females.
How many households are there in Degaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Degaon village has a total of 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Degaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Degaon is 40.20%. The male literacy rate is 43.87%, while the female literacy rate is 36.82%.