Dedgaon - Nevasa, Ahilyanagar
Dedgaon is a village situated in the Nevasa tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from Nevasa and around 60 km from Ahmadnagar. Dedgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dedgaon is 557802. The village covers a total geographical area of 3108.63 hectares and falls under the 414604 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Dedgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nevasa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirdi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dedgaon
As per Census 2011, Dedgaon village has a total population of 6,563 people, consisting of 3,372 males and 3,191 females. The village has 1,304 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 944 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,999 literate and 2,564 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,061 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 325 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dedgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,563 | 3,372 | 3,191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 944 | 492 | 452 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,061 | 556 | 505 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 325 | 162 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 3,999 | 2,292 | 1,707 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,564 | 1,080 | 1,484 |
Nearby Villages of Dedgaon
Dedgaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pachunde | South-East | 3.52 km |
| Shahapur | North-West | 3.56 km |
| Deogaon | North | 5.16 km |
| Jeur | North-East | 5.25 km |
| Fattepur | North-West | 5.68 km |
| Maka | South | 5.74 km |
| Telkudgaon | East | 5.92 km |
| Nandurvihire | South-East | 6.02 km |
| Dhorjalgaon She. | South-East | 7.04 km |
| Deosade | North-East | 7.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dedgaon
Dedgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vambori, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.0 km.
| 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 Ahmadnagar to Dedgaon is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dedgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dedgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dedgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dedgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dedgaon
Where is Dedgaon located?
Dedgaon village is located in Nevasa Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dedgaon?
Dedgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dedgaon?
The pincode of Dedgaon is 414604.
What is the population of Dedgaon?
Dedgaon has a total population of 6,563, including 3,372 males and 3,191 females.
How many households are there in Dedgaon?
There are 1,304 households in Dedgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dedgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dedgaon is 60.93%. Male literacy is 67.97% and female literacy is 53.49%.