Digwad - Badi, Raisen
Digwad is a village situated in the Badi tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badi and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Digwad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digwad is 484669. The village covers a total geographical area of 409.48 hectares and falls under the 464665 pincode. Badi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Digwad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udaipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digwad
As per Census 2011, Digwad village has a total population of 859 people, consisting of 462 males and 397 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 547 literate and 312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 116 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 46 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digwad are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Digwad
Digwad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kutnasir | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Chhenakachhar | North | 2.06 km |
| Lakhanpur | West | 2.14 km |
| Kulhariya | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Nanpon | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Madaiya Vikram | North-East | 3.17 km |
| Pathrai | North | 3.23 km |
| Sagoniya | South | 3.41 km |
| Bhaisaya | North-West | 3.61 km |
| Khandawar | South | 4.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Digwad
Digwad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Guramkhedi, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badi to Digwad is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Digwad is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digwad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digwad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Digwad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digwad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Digwad
Where is Digwad located?
Digwad village is located in Badi Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digwad?
Digwad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Digwad?
The pincode of Digwad is 464665.
What is the population of Digwad?
Digwad has a total population of 859, including 462 males and 397 females.
How many households are there in Digwad?
There are 163 households in Digwad.
What is the literacy rate in Digwad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digwad is 63.68%. Male literacy is 73.16% and female literacy is 52.64%.