Deokandgaon
About Deokandgaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Deokandgaon village is 567907. Deokandgaon village is located in Ajra tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 33km away from sub-district headquarter Ajra (tehsildar office) and 104km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Devkandgaon is the gram panchayat of Deokandgaon village.
The total geographical area of village is 781 hectares. Deokandgaon has a total population of 873 peoples, out of which male population is 413 while female population is 460. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1113 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of deokandgaon village is 64.15% out of which 73.37% males and 55.87% females are literate. There are about 195 houses in deokandgaon village.
When it comes to administration, Deokandgaon village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Deokandgaon village comes under Radhanagari Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency. Gadhinglaj is nearest town to deokandgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Deokandgaon
The population details of Deokandgaon cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 873 | 413 | 460 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 88 | 44 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 163 | 71 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 560 | 303 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 110 | 203 |
Connectivity of Deokandgaon
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Deokandgaon
Where is Deokandgaon located?
Deokandgaon village is situated in Ajra Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deokandgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Deokandgaon is Devkandgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Deokandgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Deokandgaon is 873, with 413 males and 460 females.
How many households are there in Deokandgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Deokandgaon village has a total of 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deokandgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Deokandgaon is 64.15%. The male literacy rate is 73.37%, while the female literacy rate is 55.87%.