Digavade - Panhala, Kolhapur
Digavade is a village situated in the Panhala tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Panhala and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Digavade village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digavade is 567188. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.89 hectares and falls under the 416205 pincode. Kolhapur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Digavade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahuwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digavade
According to the 2011 Census, Digavade village had a total population of 1,443 people, including 772 males and 671 females, living in 289 households. The sex ratio was 869 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.18%, with male literacy at 86.86% and female literacy at 68.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 245, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,443 | 772 | 671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 87 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 245 | 113 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,014 | 595 | 419 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 177 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Digavade
Digavade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tirpan | West | 1.30 km |
| Mahadikwadi | East | 1.49 km |
| K.thane | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Mhalunge Tarf Borgaon | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Pushire T.borgaon | South | 1.81 km |
| Punal | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Alave | North | 2.92 km |
| Majnal | West | 3.13 km |
| Pimple T.thane | North | 3.45 km |
| Devthane | North-East | 3.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Digavade
Public transport in the Digavade is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is C Shahu M Raj Kolhapur Term, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kolhapur to Digavade is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digavade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digavade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Digavade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digavade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Digavade
Where is Digavade located?
Digavade village is located in Panhala Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Digavade?
Digavade is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Digavade?
The pincode of Digavade is 416205.
What is the population of Digavade?
Digavade had a total population of 1,443, including 772 males and 671 females.
How many households are there in Digavade?
Digavade had 289 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digavade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digavade was 78.18%. Male literacy was 86.86% and female literacy was 68.46%.