Dhegaj
Dhegaj is a village located in Aundha tehsil of Hingoli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 65km away from sub-district headquarter Aundha (nagnath) (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Hingoli. As per 2009 stats, Dhegaj village is also a gram panchayat.
Dhegaj has its own place in the vibrant Hingoli 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 Dhegaj
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhegaj is 545999. The village spans a total geographical area of 1238 hectares. Hingoli is nearest town to Dhegaj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dhegaj village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kalamnuri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Dhegaj
Below is a concise population overview of Dhegaj 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 | 1,460 | 738 | 722 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 122 | 104 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 147 | 142 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 54 | 49 |
Literate Population | 939 | 529 | 410 |
Illiterate Population | 521 | 209 | 312 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhegaj village:
- The total population of Dhegaj village is around 1,460, including approximately 738 males and 722 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 226 children aged 0–6 years in Dhegaj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dhegaj village has 289 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 103 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dhegaj village is about 64.32%, with male literacy at 71.68% and female literacy at 56.79%.
- There are around 281 households in Dhegaj village.
Connectivity of Dhegaj
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhegaj. As per the 2011 stats, Dhegaj 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 Dhegaj
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhegaj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhegaj.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhegaj
- Where is Dhegaj located?
- Dhegaj village is situated in Aundha Tehsil, within the Hingoli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhegaj?
- Dhegaj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dhegaj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhegaj is 1,460, with 738 males and 722 females.
- How many households are there in Dhegaj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhegaj village has a total of 281 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhegaj as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhegaj is 64.32%. The male literacy rate is 71.68%, while the female literacy rate is 56.79%.