Degan - Sardarshahar, Churu
Degan is a village situated in the Sardarshahar tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sardarshahar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Rooplisar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Degan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Degan is 070445. The village covers a total geographical area of 1404.85 hectares and falls under the 331022 pincode. Sardarshahar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Degan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sardarshahar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Degan
According to the 2011 Census, Degan village had a total population of 1,340 people, including 722 males and 618 females, living in 205 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.33%, with male literacy at 75.30% and female literacy at 50.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 488, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,340 | 722 | 618 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 139 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 488 | 254 | 234 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 678 | 439 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 662 | 283 | 379 |
Nearby Villages of Degan
Degan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhani Degan | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Rooplisar | South-East | 3.87 km |
| Kalyanpura Purohitan | North-East | 5.04 km |
| Singri | South | 5.20 km |
| Dulrasar | North-East | 5.62 km |
| Patlisar Chhota | West | 5.93 km |
| Kalyanpura Bidawatan | North | 6.49 km |
| Pabusar | South-East | 6.94 km |
| Patlisar Purohitan | West | 6.98 km |
| Bandhnau Dikhnada | North-West | 7.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Degan
Degan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Sardarshahr, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sardarshahar to Degan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Degan is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Degan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Degan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Degan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Degan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Degan
Where is Degan located?
Degan village is located in Sardarshahar Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Degan?
The Gram Panchayat of Degan is Rooplisar.
What is the pincode of Degan?
The pincode of Degan is 331022.
What is the population of Degan?
Degan had a total population of 1,340, including 722 males and 618 females.
How many households are there in Degan?
Degan had 205 households.
What is the literacy rate in Degan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Degan was 64.33%. Male literacy was 75.30% and female literacy was 50.74%.