Digwad - Rehti, Sehore
Digwad is a village situated in the Rehti tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rehti and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Digwad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digwad is 483570. The village covers a total geographical area of 769.76 hectares and falls under the 466446 pincode. Rehti 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 Budhni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digwad
According to the 2011 Census, Digwad village had a total population of 1,728 people, including 891 males and 837 females, living in 314 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.23%, with male literacy at 77.43% and female literacy at 64.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 190.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,728 | 891 | 837 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 120 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 96 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,052 | 597 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 676 | 294 | 382 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhankot | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Chandpura | North-East | 2.08 km |
| Mahagaon Jadeed | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Patrani | North | 2.33 km |
| Basaniya Khurd | East | 2.68 km |
| Amlada | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Shyamugaon | South | 3.06 km |
| Malajpur | North | 3.91 km |
| Pipalya Khalsa | North-East | 4.01 km |
| Agra | North-West | 4.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Digwad
Digwad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Banapura, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Rehti to Digwad is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Digwad is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Digwad
Where is Digwad located?
Digwad village is located in Rehti Tehsil, Sehore 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 466446.
What is the population of Digwad?
Digwad had a total population of 1,728, including 891 males and 837 females.
How many households are there in Digwad?
Digwad had 314 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digwad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digwad was 71.23%. Male literacy was 77.43% and female literacy was 64.45%.