Morgaon Digras - Shegaon, Buldhana
Morgaon Digras is a village situated in the Shegaon tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from Shegaon and around 69 km from Buldana. Morgaon Digras village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morgaon Digras is 528412. The village covers a total geographical area of 715.9 hectares and falls under the 444303 pincode. Khamgaon is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Morgaon 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 Khamgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buldhana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morgaon Digras
As per Census 2011, Morgaon Digras village has a total population of 1,106 people, consisting of 562 males and 544 females. The village has 260 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 857 literate and 249 illiterate residents. Additionally, 234 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 178 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morgaon Digras are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,106 | 562 | 544 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 64 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 234 | 122 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 178 | 90 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 857 | 472 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 90 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Morgaon Digras
Morgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nimbi | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Brahmanwada | North-East | 4.16 km |
| Kholkhed | North-West | 4.83 km |
| Dondwada | North | 6.13 km |
| Makta | South | 6.16 km |
| Kokta | South | 6.32 km |
| Amboda | West | 6.53 km |
| Kurkhed | East | 6.60 km |
| Avdha Bk. | North-West | 6.71 km |
| Takali Hat | South-East | 6.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morgaon Digras
Morgaon Digras is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jalamb Jn, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khamgaon to Morgaon Digras is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Morgaon Digras is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morgaon Digras
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morgaon Digras village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Morgaon 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 Morgaon Digras village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Morgaon Digras
Where is Morgaon Digras located?
Morgaon Digras village is located in Shegaon Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morgaon Digras?
Morgaon Digras is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morgaon Digras?
The pincode of Morgaon Digras is 444303.
What is the population of Morgaon Digras?
Morgaon Digras has a total population of 1,106, including 562 males and 544 females.
How many households are there in Morgaon Digras?
There are 260 households in Morgaon Digras.
What is the literacy rate in Morgaon Digras?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morgaon Digras is 77.49%. Male literacy is 83.99% and female literacy is 70.77%.