Didgaon - Sillod, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Didgaon is a village situated in the Sillod tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from Sillod and around 80 km from Aurangabad. Didgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Didgaon is 548618. The village covers a total geographical area of 497.28 hectares and falls under the 431133 pincode. Sillod is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Didgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Didgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Didgaon village had a total population of 874 people, including 465 males and 409 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.11%, with male literacy at 84.58% and female literacy at 56.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 874 | 465 | 409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 76 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 539 | 329 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 335 | 136 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Didgaon
Didgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhondkheda | South-West | 1.54 km |
| Sisarkheda | South-East | 2.43 km |
| Pirola | North | 2.62 km |
| Kutubpur | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Doiphoda | North | 2.83 km |
| Upli | South | 3.01 km |
| Borgaon Bajar | North-West | 3.57 km |
| Khatkheda | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Mandgaon | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Borgaon Sarwani | West | 4.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Didgaon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Didgaon. The nearest railway station is Galan, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.8 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 Didgaon is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Didgaon is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Didgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Didgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Didgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Didgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Didgaon
Where is Didgaon located?
Didgaon village is located in Sillod Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Didgaon?
Didgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Didgaon?
The pincode of Didgaon is 431133.
What is the population of Didgaon?
Didgaon had a total population of 874, including 465 males and 409 females.
How many households are there in Didgaon?
Didgaon had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Didgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Didgaon was 71.11%. Male literacy was 84.58% and female literacy was 56.91%.