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.
Here you can discover what makes Dighi unique in its vibrant Himayatnagar-Nanded region. You’ll see Dighi’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Dighi has a total population of about 961, with approximately 483 males and 478 females. The sex ratio is around 989 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 129 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 227 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 71.38%, with male literacy at about 75.16% and female literacy near 67.57%. There are around 198 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dighi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.