Dighawe - Sakri, Dhule
Dighawe is a village situated in the Sakri tehsil of Dhule district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakri and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Dhule. Dighawe village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dighawe is 526447. The village covers a total geographical area of 4060 hectares and falls under the 424310 pincode. Dhule is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Dighawe 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 Dighawe
As per Census 2011, Dighawe village has a total population of 5,294 people, consisting of 2,719 males and 2,575 females. The village has 1,074 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 760 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,089 literate and 2,205 illiterate residents. Additionally, 803 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,128 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dighawe are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,294 | 2,719 | 2,575 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 760 | 361 | 399 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 803 | 420 | 383 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,128 | 579 | 549 |
| Literate Population | 3,089 | 1,830 | 1,259 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,205 | 889 | 1,316 |
Nearby Villages of Dighawe
Dighawe 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sayane | North | 3.85 km |
| Ganeshpur | North-East | 4.06 km |
| Umbharti | West | 4.29 km |
| Pratappur | South-East | 4.42 km |
| Malanjan | North-West | 4.85 km |
| Umbhare | West | 5.20 km |
| Nandin | South-West | 5.20 km |
| Wadipisol | South | 5.65 km |
| Jaipur | South | 5.76 km |
| Chhail | East | 5.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dighawe
Public transport in the Dighawe is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kolda, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhule to Dighawe is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dighawe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dighawe village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dighawe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dighawe village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dighawe
Where is Dighawe located?
Dighawe village is located in Sakri Tehsil, Dhule district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dighawe?
Dighawe is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dighawe?
The pincode of Dighawe is 424310.
What is the population of Dighawe?
Dighawe has a total population of 5,294, including 2,719 males and 2,575 females.
How many households are there in Dighawe?
There are 1,074 households in Dighawe.
What is the literacy rate in Dighawe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dighawe is 58.35%. Male literacy is 67.30% and female literacy is 48.89%.