Dighwadi - Khadgaon, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Dighwadi is a village situated in the Khadgaon tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from Manpur and around 87 km from Rajnandgaon. Dighawadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dighwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dighwadi is 441370. The village covers a total geographical area of 522.58 hectares and falls under the 491229 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Dighwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dighwadi
As per Census 2011, Dighwadi village has a total population of 794 people, consisting of 402 males and 392 females. The village has 169 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 523 literate and 271 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 280 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dighwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 794 | 402 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 52 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 39 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 280 | 138 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 523 | 293 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 109 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Dighwadi
Dighwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ategarda | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Parasghat | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Madhri | South-West | 2.25 km |
| Korba | North | 2.43 km |
| Wasadi | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Dokla | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Wako | South | 3.29 km |
| Hathra | South-East | 3.49 km |
| Dokalkonde | North-East | 3.74 km |
| Pandarwani | West | 3.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dighwadi
Dighwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ambagarh Chowki to Dighwadi is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Dighwadi is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dighwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dighwadi 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 Dighwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dighwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dighwadi
Where is Dighwadi located?
Dighwadi village is located in Khadgaon Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dighwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dighwadi is Dighawadi.
What is the pincode of Dighwadi?
The pincode of Dighwadi is 491229.
What is the population of Dighwadi?
Dighwadi has a total population of 794, including 402 males and 392 females.
How many households are there in Dighwadi?
There are 169 households in Dighwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Dighwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dighwadi is 65.87%. Male literacy is 72.89% and female literacy is 58.67%.