Dighi - Pachora, Jalgaon
Dighi is a village situated in the Pachora tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachora and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Dighi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dighi is 527940. The village covers a total geographical area of 1276 hectares and falls under the 424104 pincode. Chalisgaon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dighi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dighi
As per Census 2011, Dighi village has a total population of 1,032 people, consisting of 528 males and 504 females. The village has 211 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 656 literate and 376 illiterate residents. Additionally, 150 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 580 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dighi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,032 | 528 | 504 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 70 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 73 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 580 | 295 | 285 |
| Literate Population | 656 | 380 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 376 | 148 | 228 |
Nearby Villages of Dighi
Dighi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badarkhe | North | 2.16 km |
| Vadgaon Mulane | North-West | 2.59 km |
| Nagad Tanda | South | 2.76 km |
| Mohalai | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Sonwadi | East | 3.38 km |
| Nagad | South-West | 3.93 km |
| Belkheda | South-East | 4.31 km |
| Nipane | North-East | 4.45 km |
| Neri | North | 4.46 km |
| Mohalai | East | 4.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dighi
Dighi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kajgaon, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Chalisgaon to Dighi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Dighi is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dighi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dighi 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dighi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dighi 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 Dighi
Where is Dighi located?
Dighi village is located in Pachora Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dighi?
Dighi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dighi?
The pincode of Dighi is 424104.
What is the population of Dighi?
Dighi has a total population of 1,032, including 528 males and 504 females.
How many households are there in Dighi?
There are 211 households in Dighi.
What is the literacy rate in Dighi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dighi is 63.57%. Male literacy is 71.97% and female literacy is 54.76%.