Dighol - Jamkhed, Ahilyanagar
Dighol is a village situated in the Jamkhed tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from Jamkhed and around 115 km from Ahmadnagar. Dighol Group serves as the Village Panchayat for Dighol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dighol is 558681. The village covers a total geographical area of 1856 hectares and falls under the 413204 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 115 km away.
Dighol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karjat jamkhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dighol
According to the 2011 Census, Dighol village had a total population of 2,714 people, including 1,413 males and 1,301 females, living in 554 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.98%, with male literacy at 84.35% and female literacy at 62.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 374, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 2,714 | 1,413 | 1,301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 186 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 374 | 192 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,754 | 1,035 | 719 |
| Illiterate Population | 960 | 378 | 582 |
Nearby Villages of Dighol
Dighol is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dighol
Dighol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Ahmadnagar to Dighol is about 115 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dighol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dighol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dighol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dighol 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dighol
Where is Dighol located?
Dighol village is located in Jamkhed Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Dighol?
The Village Panchayat of Dighol is Dighol Group.
What is the pincode of Dighol?
The pincode of Dighol is 413204.
What is the population of Dighol?
Dighol had a total population of 2,714, including 1,413 males and 1,301 females.
How many households are there in Dighol?
Dighol had 554 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dighol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dighol was 73.98%. Male literacy was 84.35% and female literacy was 62.85%.