Katharde Digar - Shahade, Nandurbar
Katharde Digar is a village situated in the Shahade tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahade and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Khatharde Digar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katharde Digar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katharde Digar is 525574. The village covers a total geographical area of 474.18 hectares and falls under the 425422 pincode. Shahade is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Katharde Digar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nandurbar Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Katharde Digar
As per Census 2011, Katharde Digar village has a total population of 862 people, consisting of 431 males and 431 females. The village has 209 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 511 literate and 351 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 504 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katharde Digar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 862 | 431 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 53 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 504 | 254 | 250 |
| Literate Population | 511 | 295 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 136 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Katharde Digar
Katharde Digar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Katharde Kh | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Vaijali | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Waghode | North | 2.50 km |
| Dhamlad | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Dhurkheda | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Nandarde | West | 3.70 km |
| Bupkari | South | 4.08 km |
| Prakasha | South-West | 4.19 km |
| Bhade | East | 4.35 km |
| Varde | North-East | 4.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katharde Digar
Katharde Digar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tisi, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.6 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 Shahade to Katharde Digar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Katharde Digar is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katharde Digar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katharde Digar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katharde Digar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katharde Digar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katharde Digar
Where is Katharde Digar located?
Katharde Digar village is located in Shahade Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katharde Digar?
The Gram Panchayat of Katharde Digar is Khatharde Digar.
What is the pincode of Katharde Digar?
The pincode of Katharde Digar is 425422.
What is the population of Katharde Digar?
Katharde Digar has a total population of 862, including 431 males and 431 females.
How many households are there in Katharde Digar?
There are 209 households in Katharde Digar.
What is the literacy rate in Katharde Digar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katharde Digar is 59.28%. Male literacy is 68.45% and female literacy is 50.12%.