Degaon - Mukhed, Nanded
Degaon is a village situated in the Mukhed tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukhed and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Degaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Degaon is 545586. The village covers a total geographical area of 477 hectares and falls under the 431719 pincode. Deglur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Degaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Degaon
As per Census 2011, Degaon village has a total population of 1,793 people, consisting of 914 males and 879 females. The village has 321 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 284 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 989 literate and 804 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 535 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Degaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,793 | 914 | 879 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 284 | 143 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 47 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 535 | 269 | 266 |
| Literate Population | 989 | 585 | 404 |
| Illiterate Population | 804 | 329 | 475 |
Nearby Villages of Degaon
Degaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wandgir | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Khatgaon P.mu. | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Paratpur | North | 2.95 km |
| Bawalgaon | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Savarmal | East | 3.73 km |
| Lakhmapur | North-East | 3.99 km |
| Ravi | North-West | 4.07 km |
| Mukramabad | North | 4.56 km |
| Hangarga Kh. | South-East | 5.19 km |
| Hangerga | South | 5.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Degaon
Public transport in the Degaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Udgir, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Degaon is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Degaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Degaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Degaon
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Degaon
Where is Degaon located?
Degaon village is located in Mukhed Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Degaon?
Degaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Degaon?
The pincode of Degaon is 431719.
What is the population of Degaon?
Degaon has a total population of 1,793, including 914 males and 879 females.
How many households are there in Degaon?
There are 321 households in Degaon.
What is the literacy rate in Degaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Degaon is 55.16%. Male literacy is 64.00% and female literacy is 45.96%.