Degaon
Degaon is a village located in Sakri tehsil of Dhule district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Sakri (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Dhule. As per 2009 stats, Degaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Degaon has its own place in the vibrant Dhule 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 526418. The village spans a total geographical area of 545.8 hectares. Nawapur is nearest town to Degaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
Google Map of Degaon
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.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,605 | 831 | 774 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 87 | 80 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 90 | 66 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,086 | 559 | 527 |
Literate Population | 964 | 576 | 388 |
Illiterate Population | 641 | 255 | 386 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Degaon village:
- The total population of Degaon village is around 1,605, including approximately 831 males and 774 females, with a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 167 children aged 0–6 years in Degaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Degaon village has 156 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,086 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Degaon village is about 60.06%, with male literacy at 69.31% and female literacy at 50.13%.
- There are around 305 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) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Degaon
- Where is Degaon located?
- Degaon village is situated in Sakri Tehsil, within the Dhule district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Degaon?
- Degaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Degaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Degaon is 1,605, with 831 males and 774 females.
- How many households are there in Degaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Degaon village has a total of 305 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Degaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Degaon is 60.06%. The male literacy rate is 69.31%, while the female literacy rate is 50.13%.