Digar - Kannad, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Digar is a village situated in the Kannad tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from Kannad and around 85 km from Aurangabad. Pishor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digar is 548294. The village covers a total geographical area of 643.7 hectares and falls under the 431103 pincode. Kannad is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Digar 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 Digar
As per Census 2011, Digar village has a total population of 5,511 people, consisting of 2,890 males and 2,621 females. The village has 1,138 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 801 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,717 literate and 1,794 illiterate residents. Additionally, 223 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 190 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,511 | 2,890 | 2,621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 801 | 448 | 353 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 223 | 118 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 190 | 95 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 3,717 | 2,136 | 1,581 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,794 | 754 | 1,040 |
Nearby Villages of Digar
Digar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sakharwel | West | 1.96 km |
| Khatkheda | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Pishor | East | 2.65 km |
| Palshi Bk. | South | 3.17 km |
| Palshi Kh | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Shafepur | South-East | 4.02 km |
| Deopul | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Wasadi | West | 4.68 km |
| Shafiabad | South-East | 5.44 km |
| Khadki | East | 5.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Digar
Digar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 40.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kannad to Digar is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Digar is about 85 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 Digar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digar 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 Digar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digar 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Digar
Where is Digar located?
Digar village is located in Kannad Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digar?
The Gram Panchayat of Digar is Pishor.
What is the pincode of Digar?
The pincode of Digar is 431103.
What is the population of Digar?
Digar has a total population of 5,511, including 2,890 males and 2,621 females.
How many households are there in Digar?
There are 1,138 households in Digar.
What is the literacy rate in Digar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digar is 67.45%. Male literacy is 73.91% and female literacy is 60.32%.