Degaon
About Degaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Degaon village is 422386. Degaon village is located in Kesinga tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kesinga (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Deogaon is the gram panchayat of Degaon village.
The total geographical area of village is 548 hectares. Degaon has a total population of 1,547 peoples, out of which male population is 737 while female population is 810. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1099 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of degaon village is 44.73% out of which 57.39% males and 33.21% females are literate. There are about 345 houses in degaon village. Pincode of degaon village locality is 766011.
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 Bhawanipatna Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency. Kesinga is nearest town to degaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Degaon
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,547 | 737 | 810 |
| Children (0-6) | 244 | 121 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 119 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,142 | 545 | 597 |
| Literate Population | 692 | 423 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 855 | 314 | 541 |
Connectivity of Degaon
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 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 Kesinga Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Degaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Degaon is Deogaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Degaon?
The pincode of Degaon is 766011, 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 1,547, with 737 males and 810 females.
How many households are there in Degaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Degaon village has a total of 345 households.
What is the literacy rate in Degaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Degaon is 44.73%. The male literacy rate is 57.39%, while the female literacy rate is 33.21%.