Digwad
Digwad is a village located in Badi tehsil of Raisen district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Badi (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Raisen. As per 2009 stats, Digwad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Digwad unique in its vibrant Badi-Raisen region. You’ll see Digwad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Digwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Digwad is 484669. The village spans a total geographical area of 409.48 hectares. Badi is nearest town to Digwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Digwad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Udaipura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Digwad
Population of Digwad
According to the 2011 Census, Digwad has a total population of about 859, with approximately 462 males and 397 females. The sex ratio is around 859 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 97 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 116 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 46. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.68%, with male literacy at about 73.16% and female literacy near 52.64%. There are around 163 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Digwad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 859 | 462 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 51 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 62 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 547 | 338 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 124 | 188 |
Connectivity of Digwad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Digwad. As per the 2011 stats, Digwad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Digwad
Knowing the nearby villages of Digwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Digwad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Digwad
- Where is Digwad located?
- Digwad village is situated in Badi Tehsil, within the Raisen district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Digwad?
- Digwad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Digwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Digwad is 859, with 462 males and 397 females.
- How many households are there in Digwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Digwad village has a total of 163 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Digwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Digwad is 63.68%. The male literacy rate is 73.16%, while the female literacy rate is 52.64%.