Digras Kh. - Kandhar, Nanded
Digras Kh. is a village situated in the Kandhar tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kandhar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Digras (kh) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digras Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digras Kh. is 545439. The village covers a total geographical area of 978 hectares and falls under the 431742 pincode. Kandhar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Digras Kh. 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 Kh.
As per Census 2011, Digras Kh. village has a total population of 2,350 people, consisting of 1,180 males and 1,170 females. The village has 507 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 363 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,359 literate and 991 illiterate residents. Additionally, 822 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digras Kh. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,350 | 1,180 | 1,170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 363 | 186 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 822 | 406 | 416 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,359 | 782 | 577 |
| Illiterate Population | 991 | 398 | 593 |
Nearby Villages of Digras Kh.
Digras Kh. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghubadwadi | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Sawargaon Nipani | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Guntur | South | 3.70 km |
| Harbal P.k. | North-West | 3.90 km |
| Ghagardarwadi | North-West | 4.11 km |
| Rui | East | 4.17 km |
| Wartala | South-East | 4.52 km |
| Digras Bk. | South-West | 4.72 km |
| Jamb Kh. | South-West | 6.15 km |
| Hondala | South | 6.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Digras Kh.
Digras Kh. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 39.1 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 Kh. is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Digras Kh. 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 Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digras Kh. 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 Kh.
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 Kh. 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 Kh.
Where is Digras Kh. located?
Digras Kh. village is located in Kandhar Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digras Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Digras Kh. is Digras (kh).
What is the pincode of Digras Kh.?
The pincode of Digras Kh. is 431742.
What is the population of Digras Kh.?
Digras Kh. has a total population of 2,350, including 1,180 males and 1,170 females.
How many households are there in Digras Kh.?
There are 507 households in Digras Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Digras Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digras Kh. is 57.83%. Male literacy is 66.27% and female literacy is 49.32%.