Dighori
Dighori is a village located in Brahmapuri tehsil of Chandrapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Brahmapuri (tehsildar office) and 128km away from district headquarter Chandrapur. As per 2009 stats, Dighori village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dighori unique in its vibrant Brahmapuri-Chandrapur region. You’ll see Dighori’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dighori
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dighori is 540732. The village spans a total geographical area of 739 hectares. Brahmapuri is nearest town to Dighori village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dighori 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 Chimur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dighori
Population of Dighori
According to the 2011 Census, Dighori has a total population of about 1,501, with approximately 750 males and 751 females. The sex ratio is around 1001 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 161 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 163 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 12. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.82%, with male literacy at about 74.93% and female literacy near 56.72%. There are around 384 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dighori's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,501 | 750 | 751 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 71 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 86 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 988 | 562 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 188 | 325 |
Connectivity of Dighori
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dighori. As per the 2011 stats, Dighori 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 Dighori
Knowing the nearby villages of Dighori helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dighori.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dighori
- Where is Dighori located?
- Dighori village is situated in Brahmapuri Tehsil, within the Chandrapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dighori?
- Dighori serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dighori as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dighori is 1,501, with 750 males and 751 females.
- How many households are there in Dighori as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dighori village has a total of 384 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dighori as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dighori is 65.82%. The male literacy rate is 74.93%, while the female literacy rate is 56.72%.