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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Degaon village had a total population of 1,793 people, including 914 males and 879 females, living in 321 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.54%, with male literacy at 75.88% and female literacy at 54.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 105, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 535.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Degaon?
Degaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Degaon?
The pincode of Degaon is 431719.
What is the population of Degaon?
Degaon had a total population of 1,793, including 914 males and 879 females.
How many households are there in Degaon?
Degaon had 321 households.
What is the literacy rate in Degaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Degaon was 65.54%. Male literacy was 75.88% and female literacy was 54.74%.