Degaon

Degaon is a village located in Balapur tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Balapur (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Dhanegaon is the gram panchayat of Degaon village.

Degaon has its own place in the vibrant Akola 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 529962. The village spans a total geographical area of 1789.58 hectares. Balapur is nearest town to Degaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km 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 3,370 1,711 1,659
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 400 200 200
Scheduled Castes (SC) 464 241 223
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 172 78 94
Literate Population 2,648 1,427 1,221
Illiterate Population 722 284 438

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

  • The total population of Degaon village is around 3,370, including approximately 1,711 males and 1,659 females, with a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 400 children aged 0–6 years in Degaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Degaon village has 464 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 172 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Degaon village is about 78.58%, with male literacy at 83.40% and female literacy at 73.60%.
  • There are around 784 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.

Kupata Batwadi Kh Batwadi Bk Khamkhed Manaki Sangwi Jomdeo Dhanegaon Tamshi Pimpalgaon Tandali Tarf Tulanga Balhadi

Frequently Asked Questions about Degaon

Where is Degaon located?
Degaon village is situated in Balapur Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Degaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Degaon is Dhanegaon (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 3,370, with 1,711 males and 1,659 females.
How many households are there in Degaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Degaon village has a total of 784 households.
What is the literacy rate in Degaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Degaon is 78.58%. The male literacy rate is 83.40%, while the female literacy rate is 73.60%.