Degaon
About Degaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Degaon village is 554666. Degaon village is located in Mangaon tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Mangaon (tehsildar office) and 81km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Degaon village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 352 hectares. Degaon has a total population of 1,116 peoples, out of which male population is 572 while female population is 544. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 951 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of degaon village is 66.49% out of which 74.13% males and 58.46% females are literate. There are about 253 houses in degaon village.
When it comes to administration, Degaon village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Degaon village comes under Shrivardhan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigad Lok Sabha constituency. Roha Ashtami is nearest town to degaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
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Population of Degaon
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,116 | 572 | 544 |
| Literate Population | 742 | 424 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 148 | 226 |
Connectivity of Degaon
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Degaon
Where is Degaon located?
Degaon village is situated in Mangaon Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Degaon?
Degaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Degaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Degaon is 1,116, with 572 males and 544 females.
How many households are there in Degaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Degaon village has a total of 253 households.
What is the literacy rate in Degaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Degaon is 66.49%. The male literacy rate is 74.13%, while the female literacy rate is 58.46%.