Degaon - Pandharpur, Solapur
Degaon is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Degaonvittalwadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Degaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Degaon is 562361. The village covers a total geographical area of 2141.12 hectares and falls under the 413304 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 9 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 Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Degaon
As per Census 2011, Degaon village has a total population of 4,566 people, consisting of 2,361 males and 2,205 females. The village has 849 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 677 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,964 literate and 1,602 illiterate residents. Additionally, 552 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 109 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Degaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,566 | 2,361 | 2,205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 677 | 343 | 334 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 552 | 289 | 263 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 53 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 2,964 | 1,686 | 1,278 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,602 | 675 | 927 |
Nearby Villages of Degaon
Degaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Adhiv | North-West | 3.10 km |
| Narayan Chincholi | North-East | 3.73 km |
| Ajansond | South-East | 3.86 km |
| Mundhewadi | South-East | 3.87 km |
| Bhatumbare | West | 4.03 km |
| Shegaon Dumala | South-West | 4.27 km |
| Ishwar Wathar | East | 4.58 km |
| Babhulgaon | North | 5.80 km |
| Gopalpur | South | 6.09 km |
| Gursale | North-West | 6.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Degaon
Degaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Babhulgoan, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.9 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Degaon is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Degaon is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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) | 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 Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Degaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Degaon is Degaonvittalwadi.
What is the pincode of Degaon?
The pincode of Degaon is 413304.
What is the population of Degaon?
Degaon has a total population of 4,566, including 2,361 males and 2,205 females.
How many households are there in Degaon?
There are 849 households in Degaon.
What is the literacy rate in Degaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Degaon is 64.91%. Male literacy is 71.41% and female literacy is 57.96%.