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
As per Census 2011, Digwad village has a total population of 1,728 people, consisting of 891 males and 837 females. The village has 314 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 251 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,052 literate and 676 illiterate residents. Additionally, 190 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digwad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,728 | 891 | 837 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 120 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 96 | 94 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,728, including 891 males and 837 females.
How many households are there in Digwad?
There are 314 households in Digwad.
What is the literacy rate in Digwad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digwad is 60.88%. Male literacy is 67.00% and female literacy is 54.36%.