Digras Village - Rahuri, Ahilyanagar
Digras is a village situated in the Rahuri tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from Rahuri and around 40 km from Ahmadnagar. Digras village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digras is 558256. The village covers a total geographical area of 1435.22 hectares and falls under the 413706 pincode. Rahuri is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Digras village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rahuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digras
As per Census 2011, Digras village has a total population of 7,512 people, consisting of 3,991 males and 3,521 females. The village has 1,504 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 829 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,566 literate and 1,946 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,112 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 843 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digras are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,512 | 3,991 | 3,521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 829 | 443 | 386 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,112 | 1,103 | 1,009 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 843 | 433 | 410 |
| Literate Population | 5,566 | 3,187 | 2,379 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,946 | 804 | 1,142 |
Nearby Villages of Digras
Digras 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Waltur | South-West | 2.40 km |
| Anji | East | 2.46 km |
| Soit (m) | South-West | 3.50 km |
| Ghadoli | West | 3.50 km |
| Pandhara | South-East | 4.07 km |
| Mohpur | North-West | 4.10 km |
| Malborgaon | East | 5.11 km |
| Dhanora (digdi) | North-West | 5.36 km |
| Korta | South | 5.57 km |
| Bhawani | South-West | 6.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Digras
Digras is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kinwat, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rahuri to Digras is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Digras is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digras
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digras village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Digras
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digras village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Digras
Where is Digras located?
Digras village is located in Rahuri Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digras?
Digras is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Digras?
The pincode of Digras is 413706.
What is the population of Digras?
Digras has a total population of 7,512, including 3,991 males and 3,521 females.
How many households are there in Digras?
There are 1,504 households in Digras.
What is the literacy rate in Digras?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digras is 74.09%. Male literacy is 79.85% and female literacy is 67.57%.