Digambar - Akole, Ahilyanagar
Digambar is a village situated in the Akole tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from Akola and around 146 km from Ahmadnagar. Digambar village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digambar is 557136. The village covers a total geographical area of 778.13 hectares and falls under the 422601 pincode. Sangamner is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Digambar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akole Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirdi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digambar
According to the 2011 Census, Digambar village had a total population of 733 people, including 371 males and 362 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.51%, with male literacy at 58.65% and female literacy at 40.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 684.
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 | 733 | 371 | 362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 59 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 21 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 684 | 339 | 345 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 183 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 427 | 188 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Digambar
Digambar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pimparkane | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Nilwande | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Pimpalgaon Nakvinda | North-East | 2.76 km |
| Kohondi | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Nimbral | South-East | 4.08 km |
| Mhaladevi | East | 4.21 km |
| Dongarwadi | North-West | 4.55 km |
| Shelvihire | West | 4.66 km |
| Sherankhel | North-East | 5.12 km |
| Jamgaon | South | 5.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Digambar
Digambar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Asvali, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sangamner to Digambar is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Digambar is about 146 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digambar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digambar 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 Digambar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digambar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Digambar
Where is Digambar located?
Digambar village is located in Akole Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Digambar?
Digambar is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Digambar?
The pincode of Digambar is 422601.
What is the population of Digambar?
Digambar had a total population of 733, including 371 males and 362 females.
How many households are there in Digambar?
Digambar had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digambar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digambar was 49.51%. Male literacy was 58.65% and female literacy was 40.20%.