Degaon Village Overview
Degaon is a village in Risod tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It lies about 10 km from Risod tehsil headquarters and around 35 km from Washim district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Degaon village functions as a Gram Panchayat.
The sections below provide essential information about Degaon village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Degaon is 531341. The village covers a geographical area of 591 hectares and has a pincode of 444502. Risod is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Location Map of Degaon
Population & Demographics of Degaon
This section provides population and demographic details of Degaon village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 944 | 518 | 426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 129 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 84 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 70 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 601 | 338 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 180 | 163 |
Key population details of Degaon village are given below:
- Degaon village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 944, including approximately 518 males and 426 females, with a sex ratio of 822 females per 1,000 males.
- Children aged 0–6 years form a notable share of the village population.
- 163 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 100 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Degaon village is good, with a literacy rate of about 63.67%.
- There are around 220 households in Degaon village.
Transport & Connectivity of Degaon
Transport facilities help residents of Degaon village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a 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 Degaon
The following villages are located close to Degaon and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Degaon
- Where is Degaon located?
- Degaon village is located in Risod Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Degaon?
- Degaon is its own Gram Panchayat (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Degaon?
- The pincode of Degaon is 444502.
- What is the population of Degaon?
- Degaon has a total population of 944, including 518 males and 426 females.
- How many households are there in Degaon?
- There are 220 households in Degaon.
- What is the literacy rate in Degaon?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Degaon is 63.67%. Male literacy is 65.25% and female literacy is 61.74%.