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 Village 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.
According to the 2011 Census, Digras Bk. village had a total population of 3,573 people, including 1,856 males and 1,717 females, living in 676 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.97%, with male literacy at 84.12% and female literacy at 63.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 725, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 | 0 |
| 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 Village Panchayat of Digras Bk.?
The Village 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. had a total population of 3,573, including 1,856 males and 1,717 females.
How many households are there in Digras Bk.?
Digras Bk. had 676 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digras Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digras Bk. was 73.97%. Male literacy was 84.12% and female literacy was 63.04%.