Digawade
Digawade is a village located in Panhala tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Panhala (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Digavade is the gram panchayat of Digawade village.
Here you can discover what makes Digawade unique in its vibrant Panhala-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Digawade’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Digawade
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Digawade is 567188. The village spans a total geographical area of 219.89 hectares. Kolhapur is nearest town to Digawade village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Digawade village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shahuwadi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Digawade
Population of Digawade
According to the 2011 Census, Digawade has a total population of about 1,443, with approximately 772 males and 671 females. The sex ratio is around 869 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 146 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 245 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.27%, with male literacy at about 77.07% and female literacy near 62.44%. There are around 289 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Digawade's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,014 | 595 | 419 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 177 | 252 |
Connectivity of Digawade
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Digawade. As per the 2011 stats, Digawade had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Digawade
Knowing the nearby villages of Digawade helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Digawade.
Frequently Asked Questions about Digawade
- Where is Digawade located?
- Digawade village is situated in Panhala Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Digawade?
- The Gram Panchayat of Digawade is Digavade (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Digawade as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Digawade is 1,443, with 772 males and 671 females.
- How many households are there in Digawade as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Digawade village has a total of 289 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Digawade as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Digawade is 70.27%. The male literacy rate is 77.07%, while the female literacy rate is 62.44%.