Dhongade Digar - Sakri, Dhule
Dhongade Digar is a village situated in the Sakri tehsil of Dhule district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 88 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakri and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Dhule. Shelbari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhongade Digar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhongade Digar is 526430. The village covers a total geographical area of 322.06 hectares and falls under the 424306 pincode. Dhule is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Dhongade 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 Sakri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhongade Digar
As per Census 2011, Dhongade Digar village has a total population of 2,294 people, consisting of 1,203 males and 1,091 females. The village has 291 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 253 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,711 literate and 583 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,097 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhongade Digar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,294 | 1,203 | 1,091 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 123 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,097 | 1,096 | 1,001 |
| Literate Population | 1,711 | 970 | 741 |
| Illiterate Population | 583 | 233 | 350 |
Nearby Villages of Dhongade Digar
Dhongade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balhane | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Pargaon | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Shelbari | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Deshshirwade | North | 2.61 km |
| Kadyale | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Shewadipada | East | 3.21 km |
| Sitarampur | South-West | 3.89 km |
| Pimpalner | North | 4.27 km |
| Gavhanipada | North-East | 4.39 km |
| Umbhare | East | 4.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhongade Digar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dhongade Digar. The nearest railway station is Kolda, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.7 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 Dhule to Dhongade Digar is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhongade Digar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhongade Digar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhongade 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 Dhongade Digar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dhongade Digar
Where is Dhongade Digar located?
Dhongade Digar village is located in Sakri Tehsil, Dhule district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhongade Digar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhongade Digar is Shelbari.
What is the pincode of Dhongade Digar?
The pincode of Dhongade Digar is 424306.
What is the population of Dhongade Digar?
Dhongade Digar has a total population of 2,294, including 1,203 males and 1,091 females.
How many households are there in Dhongade Digar?
There are 291 households in Dhongade Digar.
What is the literacy rate in Dhongade Digar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhongade Digar is 74.59%. Male literacy is 80.63% and female literacy is 67.92%.