Dighi - Himayatnagar, Nanded
Dighi is a village situated in the Himayatnagar tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Himayatnagar and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Dighi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dighi is 544418. The village covers a total geographical area of 471 hectares and falls under the 431802 pincode. Hadgoan is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dighi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hadgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dighi
As per Census 2011, Dighi village has a total population of 961 people, consisting of 483 males and 478 females. The village has 198 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 686 literate and 275 illiterate residents. Additionally, 227 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dighi are given below:
| Category | 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 | - |
| Literate Population | 686 | 363 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 120 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Dighi
Dighi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tembhurni | South | 2.08 km |
| Bori (van) | East | 2.36 km |
| Virsani | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Gharapur | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Waghi | South | 4.23 km |
| Kopara | North-East | 4.23 km |
| Unchawadad | West | 4.37 km |
| Renapur | East | 4.51 km |
| Pahunmari | South | 4.55 km |
| Palaspur | North-East | 4.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dighi
Dighi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khadki Bazar, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hadgoan to Dighi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Dighi is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dighi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dighi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dighi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dighi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dighi
Where is Dighi located?
Dighi village is located in Himayatnagar Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dighi?
Dighi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dighi?
The pincode of Dighi is 431802.
What is the population of Dighi?
Dighi has a total population of 961, including 483 males and 478 females.
How many households are there in Dighi?
There are 198 households in Dighi.
What is the literacy rate in Dighi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dighi is 71.38%. Male literacy is 75.16% and female literacy is 67.57%.