Diguwan - Seondha, Datia
Diguwan is a village situated in the Seondha tehsil of Datia district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Seondha and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Datia. Diguwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Diguwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Diguwan is 454452. The village covers a total geographical area of 853.64 hectares and falls under the 475673 pincode. Seondha is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Diguwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Diguwan
As per Census 2011, Diguwan village has a total population of 3,627 people, consisting of 1,953 males and 1,674 females. The village has 764 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 497 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,055 literate and 1,572 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,097 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Diguwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,627 | 1,953 | 1,674 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 497 | 275 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,097 | 597 | 500 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,055 | 1,331 | 724 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,572 | 622 | 950 |
Nearby Villages of Diguwan
Diguwan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raipurabuzurg | South | 1.65 km |
| Silotarpura | East | 2.21 km |
| Raipurakhurd | North-East | 2.42 km |
| Bhowaikhurd | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Maliyapura | North | 2.49 km |
| Cheena | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Porsa | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Alampurkhurd | South-West | 2.94 km |
| Bhowaibuzurg | South | 3.01 km |
| Ingui | South | 3.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Diguwan
Diguwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Moth, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Seondha to Diguwan is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Datia to Diguwan is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Diguwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Diguwan 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 Diguwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Diguwan 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Diguwan
Where is Diguwan located?
Diguwan village is located in Seondha Tehsil, Datia district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Diguwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Diguwan is Diguwa.
What is the pincode of Diguwan?
The pincode of Diguwan is 475673.
What is the population of Diguwan?
Diguwan has a total population of 3,627, including 1,953 males and 1,674 females.
How many households are there in Diguwan?
There are 764 households in Diguwan.
What is the literacy rate in Diguwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Diguwan is 56.66%. Male literacy is 68.15% and female literacy is 43.25%.