Degaon Bk. - Deglur, Nanded
Degaon Bk. is a village situated in the Deglur tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deglur and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Degaon (bk) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Degaon Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Degaon Bk. is 545610. The village covers a total geographical area of 946 hectares and falls under the 431717 pincode. Deglur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Degaon Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deglur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Degaon Bk.
According to the 2011 Census, Degaon Bk. village had a total population of 2,480 people, including 1,246 males and 1,234 females, living in 494 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.42%, with male literacy at 82.41% and female literacy at 64.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 241, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,480 | 1,246 | 1,234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 324 | 160 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 124 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,583 | 895 | 688 |
| Illiterate Population | 897 | 351 | 546 |
Nearby Villages of Degaon Bk.
Degaon Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malegoan | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Malkapur | South | 1.86 km |
| Achegaon | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Shiv Achegaon | South-West | 2.76 km |
| Karegaon | South | 2.96 km |
| Bhayegaon | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Takli Bagam | East | 3.51 km |
| Tadkhel | North-West | 3.63 km |
| Mailapur (d) | South | 3.74 km |
| Alapur | North | 4.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Degaon Bk.
Degaon Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bodhan, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deglur to Degaon Bk. is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Degaon Bk. is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Degaon Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Degaon Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Degaon Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Degaon Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Degaon Bk.
Where is Degaon Bk. located?
Degaon Bk. village is located in Deglur Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Degaon Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Degaon Bk. is Degaon (bk).
What is the pincode of Degaon Bk.?
The pincode of Degaon Bk. is 431717.
What is the population of Degaon Bk.?
Degaon Bk. had a total population of 2,480, including 1,246 males and 1,234 females.
How many households are there in Degaon Bk.?
Degaon Bk. had 494 households.
What is the literacy rate in Degaon Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Degaon Bk. was 73.42%. Male literacy was 82.41% and female literacy was 64.30%.