Dighi
Dighi is a village located in Himayatnagar tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Himayatnagar (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Dighi village is also a gram panchayat.
Dighi has its own place in the vibrant Nanded region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dighi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dighi is 544418. The village spans a total geographical area of 471 hectares. Hadgoan is nearest town to Dighi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dighi 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 Hadgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dighi
Population of Dighi
Below is a concise population overview of Dighi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 961 | 483 | 478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 64 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 123 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 686 | 363 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 120 | 155 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dighi village:
- The total population of Dighi village is around 961, including approximately 483 males and 478 females, with a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 129 children aged 0–6 years in Dighi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dighi village has 227 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dighi village is about 71.38%, with male literacy at 75.16% and female literacy at 67.57%.
- There are around 198 households in Dighi village.
Connectivity of Dighi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dighi. As per the 2011 stats, Dighi 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dighi
Knowing the nearby villages of Dighi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dighi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dighi
- Where is Dighi located?
- Dighi village is situated in Himayatnagar Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dighi?
- Dighi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dighi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dighi is 961, with 483 males and 478 females.
- How many households are there in Dighi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dighi village has a total of 198 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dighi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dighi is 71.38%. The male literacy rate is 75.16%, while the female literacy rate is 67.57%.