Digarish - Khandwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Digarish is a village situated in the Khandwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Khandwa, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Panjhariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digarish village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digarish is 505763. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.77 hectares and falls under the 450332 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Digarish village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khandwa Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Digarish
As per Census 2011, Digarish village has a total population of 700 people, consisting of 363 males and 337 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 464 literate and 236 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digarish are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 700 | 363 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 50 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 88 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 464 | 272 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 91 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Digarish
Digarish is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Digarish
Digarish is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Digarish.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Khandwa to Digarish is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digarish
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digarish village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Digarish
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digarish village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Digarish
Where is Digarish located?
Digarish village is located in Khandwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digarish?
The Gram Panchayat of Digarish is Panjhariya.
What is the pincode of Digarish?
The pincode of Digarish is 450332.
What is the population of Digarish?
Digarish has a total population of 700, including 363 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Digarish?
There are 175 households in Digarish.
What is the literacy rate in Digarish?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digarish is 66.29%. Male literacy is 74.93% and female literacy is 56.97%.