Desgaon
Desgaon is a village located in Kalwan tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Kalwan (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Desgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Desgaon has its own place in the vibrant Nashik region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Desgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Desgaon is 549865. The village spans a total geographical area of 492.25 hectares. Nashik is nearest town to Desgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 66km away.
When it comes to local governance, Desgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dindori Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Desgaon
Population of Desgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Desgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,039 | 526 | 513 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 73 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,031 | 522 | 509 |
| Literate Population | 585 | 323 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 203 | 251 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Desgaon village:
- The total population of Desgaon village is around 1,039, including approximately 526 males and 513 females, with a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 148 children aged 0–6 years in Desgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Desgaon village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,031 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Desgaon village is about 56.30%, with male literacy at 61.41% and female literacy at 51.07%.
- There are around 152 households in Desgaon village.
Connectivity of Desgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Desgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Desgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Desgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Desgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Desgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Desgaon
- Where is Desgaon located?
- Desgaon village is situated in Kalwan Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Desgaon?
- Desgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Desgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Desgaon is 1,039, with 526 males and 513 females.
- How many households are there in Desgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Desgaon village has a total of 152 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Desgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Desgaon is 56.30%. The male literacy rate is 61.41%, while the female literacy rate is 51.07%.