Degaon - Naigaon (Khairgaon), Nanded
Degaon is a village situated in the Naigaon (Khairgaon) tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naigaon (khairgaon) and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Degaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Degaon is 545148. The village covers a total geographical area of 1415.14 hectares and falls under the 431709 pincode. Nanded is the nearest town, located about 40 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 Naigaon 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 3,621 people, including 1,853 males and 1,768 females, living in 787 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.19%, with male literacy at 84.60% and female literacy at 59.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 828, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 84.
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 | 3,621 | 1,853 | 1,768 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 493 | 269 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 828 | 420 | 408 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 2,258 | 1,340 | 918 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,363 | 513 | 850 |
Nearby Villages of Degaon
Degaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Degaon
Degaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nanded to Degaon is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Degaon
Where is Degaon located?
Degaon village is located in Naigaon (Khairgaon) 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 431709.
What is the population of Degaon?
Degaon had a total population of 3,621, including 1,853 males and 1,768 females.
How many households are there in Degaon?
Degaon had 787 households.
What is the literacy rate in Degaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Degaon was 72.19%. Male literacy was 84.60% and female literacy was 59.46%.