Tungan Digar - Baglan, Nashik
Tungan Digar is a village situated in the Baglan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satana and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Tungan Di serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tungan Digar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tungan Digar is 550023. The village covers a total geographical area of 517 hectares and falls under the 423302 pincode. Satana is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Tungan 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 Baglan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tungan Digar
As per Census 2011, Tungan Digar village has a total population of 1,469 people, consisting of 739 males and 730 females. The village has 303 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 213 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 883 literate and 586 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,322 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tungan Digar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,469 | 739 | 730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 110 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,322 | 649 | 673 |
| Literate Population | 883 | 489 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 586 | 250 | 336 |
Nearby Villages of Tungan Digar
Tungan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Daswel | South-East | 2.41 km |
| Katarwel | North-East | 2.47 km |
| Bhilwad | West | 3.48 km |
| Shevare | South-West | 3.50 km |
| Mandane | North-West | 3.66 km |
| Pimpalkothe | East | 4.27 km |
| Pargaon | North | 5.11 km |
| Bhadane | South-East | 5.15 km |
| Kathagad | South-East | 5.17 km |
| Kodharabad | South-West | 5.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tungan Digar
Tungan Digar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kolda, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Satana to Tungan Digar is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Tungan Digar is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tungan Digar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tungan 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tungan 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 Tungan 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 Tungan Digar
Where is Tungan Digar located?
Tungan Digar village is located in Baglan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tungan Digar?
The Gram Panchayat of Tungan Digar is Tungan Di.
What is the pincode of Tungan Digar?
The pincode of Tungan Digar is 423302.
What is the population of Tungan Digar?
Tungan Digar has a total population of 1,469, including 739 males and 730 females.
How many households are there in Tungan Digar?
There are 303 households in Tungan Digar.
What is the literacy rate in Tungan Digar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tungan Digar is 60.11%. Male literacy is 66.17% and female literacy is 53.97%.