Degaon - Purna, Parbhani
Degaon is a village situated in the Purna tehsil of Parbhani district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purna and around 6 km from the district headquarters in Parbhani. Degaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Degaon is 547179. The village covers a total geographical area of 716.97 hectares and falls under the 431511 pincode. Purna is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Degaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Degaon
According to the 2011 Census, Degaon village had a total population of 2,519 people, including 1,262 males and 1,257 females, living in 457 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.15%, with male literacy at 78.27% and female literacy at 55.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 257, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 2,519 | 1,262 | 1,257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 370 | 185 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 257 | 135 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,443 | 843 | 600 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,076 | 419 | 657 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Degaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purna to Degaon is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Parbhani to Degaon is about 6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. 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 5-10 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 Purna Tehsil, Parbhani 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 431511.
What is the population of Degaon?
Degaon had a total population of 2,519, including 1,262 males and 1,257 females.
How many households are there in Degaon?
Degaon had 457 households.
What is the literacy rate in Degaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Degaon was 67.15%. Male literacy was 78.27% and female literacy was 55.97%.