Dighori (Mothi) - Lakhandur, Bhandara
Dighori (Mothi) is a village situated in the Lakhandur tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhandur and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Dhighori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dighori (Mothi) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dighori (Mothi) is 537472. The village covers a total geographical area of 1334.6 hectares and falls under the 441805 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dighori (Mothi) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dighori (Mothi)
As per Census 2011, Dighori (Mothi) village has a total population of 5,728 people, consisting of 2,861 males and 2,867 females. The village has 1,390 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 584 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,131 literate and 1,597 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,025 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 693 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dighori (Mothi) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,728 | 2,861 | 2,867 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 584 | 302 | 282 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,025 | 505 | 520 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 693 | 330 | 363 |
| Literate Population | 4,131 | 2,239 | 1,892 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,597 | 622 | 975 |
Nearby Villages of Dighori (Mothi)
Dighori (Mothi) 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 Dighori (Mothi)
Dighori (Mothi) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dighori (Mothi).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Desaiganj to Dighori (Mothi) is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhandara to Dighori (Mothi) is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dighori (Mothi)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dighori (Mothi) 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 Dighori (Mothi)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dighori (Mothi) 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dighori (Mothi)
Where is Dighori (Mothi) located?
Dighori (Mothi) village is located in Lakhandur Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dighori (Mothi)?
The Gram Panchayat of Dighori (Mothi) is Dhighori.
What is the pincode of Dighori (Mothi)?
The pincode of Dighori (Mothi) is 441805.
What is the population of Dighori (Mothi)?
Dighori (Mothi) has a total population of 5,728, including 2,861 males and 2,867 females.
How many households are there in Dighori (Mothi)?
There are 1,390 households in Dighori (Mothi).
What is the literacy rate in Dighori (Mothi)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dighori (Mothi) is 72.12%. Male literacy is 78.26% and female literacy is 65.99%.