Digras - Dharmabad, Nanded
Digras is a village situated in the Dharmabad tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharmabad and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Digras village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digras is 544979. The village covers a total geographical area of 289 hectares and falls under the 431808 pincode. Mukhed is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Digras village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digras
As per Census 2011, Digras village has a total population of 540 people, consisting of 257 males and 283 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 1,101 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 337 literate and 203 illiterate residents. Additionally, 302 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digras are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 540 | 257 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 45 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 302 | 140 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 337 | 175 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 82 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Digras
Digras is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Digras
Public transport in the Digras is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Digras.
| 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 Mukhed to Digras is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Digras is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digras
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digras village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Digras
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digras village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Digras
Where is Digras located?
Digras village is located in Dharmabad Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digras?
Digras is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Digras?
The pincode of Digras is 431808.
What is the population of Digras?
Digras has a total population of 540, including 257 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Digras?
There are 126 households in Digras.
What is the literacy rate in Digras?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digras is 62.41%. Male literacy is 68.09% and female literacy is 57.24%.