Dighol
Dighol is a village located in Jamkhed tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Jamkhed (tehsildar office) and 115km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Dighol Group is the gram panchayat of Dighol village.
Dighol has its own place in the vibrant Ahmadnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dighol
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dighol is 558681. The village spans a total geographical area of 1856 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 413201. Ahmadnagar is nearest town to Dighol village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 115km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dighol village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karjat jamkhed Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Dighol
Below is a concise population overview of Dighol as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dighol village:
- The total population of Dighol village is around 2,714, including approximately 1,413 males and 1,301 females, with a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 343 children aged 0–6 years in Dighol village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dighol village has 374 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dighol village is about 64.63%, with male literacy at 73.25% and female literacy at 55.27%.
- There are around 554 households in Dighol village.
Connectivity of Dighol
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dighol. As per the 2011 stats, Dighol had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dighol
Knowing the nearby villages of Dighol helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dighol.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dighol
- Where is Dighol located?
- Dighol village is situated in Jamkhed Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dighol?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dighol is Dighol Group (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dighol?
- The pincode of Dighol is 413201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dighol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dighol is 2,714, with 1,413 males and 1,301 females.
- How many households are there in Dighol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dighol village has a total of 554 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dighol as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dighol is 64.63%. The male literacy rate is 73.25%, while the female literacy rate is 55.27%.