Digiamba - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Digiamba is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Rasingpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digiamba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digiamba is 525137. The village covers a total geographical area of 171.64 hectares and falls under the 425419 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Digiamba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digiamba
According to the 2011 Census, Digiamba village had a total population of 666 people, including 319 males and 347 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 1,088 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.51%, with male literacy at 71.64% and female literacy at 52.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 666.
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 | 666 | 319 | 347 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 666 | 319 | 347 |
| Literate Population | 358 | 197 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 122 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Digiamba
Digiamba is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Digiamba
Public transport in the Digiamba is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Talode to Digiamba is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Digiamba is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digiamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digiamba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Digiamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digiamba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Digiamba
Where is Digiamba located?
Digiamba village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digiamba?
The Gram Panchayat of Digiamba is Rasingpur.
What is the pincode of Digiamba?
The pincode of Digiamba is 425419.
What is the population of Digiamba?
Digiamba had a total population of 666, including 319 males and 347 females.
How many households are there in Digiamba?
Digiamba had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digiamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digiamba was 61.51%. Male literacy was 71.64% and female literacy was 52.44%.