Digras Bk. - Kandhar, Nanded
Digras Bk. is a village situated in the Kandhar tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kandhar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Digras (bk) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digras Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digras Bk. is 545438. The village covers a total geographical area of 2726 hectares and falls under the 431742 pincode. Kandhar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Digras Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Loha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Latur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digras Bk.
As per Census 2011, Digras Bk. village has a total population of 3,573 people, consisting of 1,856 males and 1,717 females. The village has 676 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 476 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,291 literate and 1,282 illiterate residents. Additionally, 725 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digras Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,573 | 1,856 | 1,717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 476 | 250 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 725 | 392 | 333 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,291 | 1,351 | 940 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,282 | 505 | 777 |
Nearby Villages of Digras Bk.
Digras Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhendewadi | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Jamb Kh. | South | 3.35 km |
| Guntur | South-East | 3.80 km |
| Marshivni | North-West | 4.03 km |
| Umarga Khojan | West | 4.24 km |
| Ghagardarwadi | North | 4.38 km |
| Digras Kh. | North-East | 4.72 km |
| Somthana | North | 4.80 km |
| Pakhandewadi | South | 4.87 km |
| Kekatsindagi | South-West | 4.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Digras Bk.
Public transport in the Digras Bk. is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Udgir, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kandhar to Digras Bk. is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Digras Bk. is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digras Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digras Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Digras Bk.
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 Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Digras Bk.
Where is Digras Bk. located?
Digras Bk. village is located in Kandhar Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digras Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Digras Bk. is Digras (bk).
What is the pincode of Digras Bk.?
The pincode of Digras Bk. is 431742.
What is the population of Digras Bk.?
Digras Bk. has a total population of 3,573, including 1,856 males and 1,717 females.
How many households are there in Digras Bk.?
There are 676 households in Digras Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Digras Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digras Bk. is 64.12%. Male literacy is 72.79% and female literacy is 54.75%.