Digaon - Kannad, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Digaon is a village situated in the Kannad tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 48 km from Kannad and around 84 km from Aurangabad. Digaonkhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digaon is 548283. The village covers a total geographical area of 769.51 hectares and falls under the 431147 pincode. Sillod is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Digaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kannad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digaon
As per Census 2011, Digaon village has a total population of 2,041 people, consisting of 1,092 males and 949 females. The village has 422 households and a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males. There are 309 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,145 literate and 896 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 175 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,041 | 1,092 | 949 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 170 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 175 | 93 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 1,145 | 712 | 433 |
| Illiterate Population | 896 | 380 | 516 |
Nearby Villages of Digaon
Digaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khedi | East | 1.29 km |
| Shelgaon (jahagir) | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Dahigaon | West | 2.56 km |
| Sawkheda Kh. | East | 2.62 km |
| Adgaon (pishor) | South | 2.75 km |
| Deulgaon Bajar | North | 3.44 km |
| Sonappawadi | East | 4.05 km |
| Wakad | North-West | 4.39 km |
| Nachanwel | South | 4.54 km |
| Sawkheda Bk. | North-East | 4.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Digaon
Public transport in the Digaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Galan, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sillod to Digaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Digaon is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Digaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Digaon
Where is Digaon located?
Digaon village is located in Kannad Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Digaon is Digaonkhedi.
What is the pincode of Digaon?
The pincode of Digaon is 431147.
What is the population of Digaon?
Digaon has a total population of 2,041, including 1,092 males and 949 females.
How many households are there in Digaon?
There are 422 households in Digaon.
What is the literacy rate in Digaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digaon is 56.10%. Male literacy is 65.20% and female literacy is 45.63%.