Dighi Mahalle - Dhamangaon Railway, Amravati
Dighi Mahalle is a village situated in the Dhamangaon Railway tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhamangaon Railway and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Dighi Mahalle village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dighi Mahalle is 533294. The village covers a total geographical area of 474 hectares and falls under the 444711 pincode. Dattapur Dhamangaon is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Dighi Mahalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhamamgaon railway Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dighi Mahalle
As per Census 2011, Dighi Mahalle village has a total population of 1,174 people, consisting of 626 males and 548 females. The village has 339 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 895 literate and 279 illiterate residents. Additionally, 357 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dighi Mahalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,174 | 626 | 548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 69 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 357 | 191 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 895 | 503 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 123 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Dighi Mahalle
Dighi Mahalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Borgaon Nistane | South | 1.94 km |
| Mulfatpur | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Saikheda | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Salabadpur | South | 2.56 km |
| Wadgaon | North | 2.59 km |
| Naygaon | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Gokulsara | South-East | 2.87 km |
| Dahyapur | East | 3.63 km |
| Nagapur | North-East | 3.77 km |
| Sonora Kakde | South | 4.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dighi Mahalle
Dighi Mahalle is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Talni, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dattapur Dhamangaon to Dighi Mahalle is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Dighi Mahalle is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dighi Mahalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dighi Mahalle 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 Dighi Mahalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dighi Mahalle 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) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Dighi Mahalle
Where is Dighi Mahalle located?
Dighi Mahalle village is located in Dhamangaon Railway Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dighi Mahalle?
Dighi Mahalle is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dighi Mahalle?
The pincode of Dighi Mahalle is 444711.
What is the population of Dighi Mahalle?
Dighi Mahalle has a total population of 1,174, including 626 males and 548 females.
How many households are there in Dighi Mahalle?
There are 339 households in Dighi Mahalle.
What is the literacy rate in Dighi Mahalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dighi Mahalle is 76.24%. Male literacy is 80.35% and female literacy is 71.53%.