Degaon
About Degaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Degaon village is 563148. Degaon village is located in Wai tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Wai (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Degaon village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1399.78 hectares. Degaon has a total population of 2,176 peoples, out of which male population is 1,114 while female population is 1,062. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 953 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of degaon village is 80.79% out of which 84.29% males and 77.12% females are literate. There are about 485 houses in degaon village. Pincode of degaon village locality is 412803.
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 Wai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Satara Lok Sabha constituency. Wai is nearest town to degaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Degaon
The population details of Degaon cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,176 | 1,114 | 1,062 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 173 | 89 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 72 | 30 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,758 | 939 | 819 |
| Illiterate Population | 418 | 175 | 243 |
Connectivity of Degaon
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Degaon
Where is Degaon located?
Degaon village is situated in Wai Tehsil, within the Satara 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 pincode of Degaon?
The pincode of Degaon is 412803, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Degaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Degaon is 2,176, with 1,114 males and 1,062 females.
How many households are there in Degaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Degaon village has a total of 485 households.
What is the literacy rate in Degaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Degaon is 80.79%. The male literacy rate is 84.29%, while the female literacy rate is 77.12%.