Dighwad
Dighwad is a village located in Chandvad tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Chandvad (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Dighwat is the gram panchayat of Dighwad village.
Dighwad has its own place in the vibrant Nashik region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dighwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dighwad is 550494. The village spans a total geographical area of 1084 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 423101. Nashik is nearest town to Dighwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dighwad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chandvad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dindori Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dighwad
Population of Dighwad
Below is a concise population overview of Dighwad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,301 | 1,175 | 1,126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 142 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 60 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 234 | 117 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 1,707 | 939 | 768 |
| Illiterate Population | 594 | 236 | 358 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dighwad village:
- The total population of Dighwad village is around 2,301, including approximately 1,175 males and 1,126 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 261 children aged 0–6 years in Dighwad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dighwad village has 129 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 234 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dighwad village is about 74.19%, with male literacy at 79.91% and female literacy at 68.21%.
- There are around 532 households in Dighwad village.
Connectivity of Dighwad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dighwad. As per the 2011 stats, Dighwad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dighwad
Knowing the nearby villages of Dighwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dighwad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dighwad
- Where is Dighwad located?
- Dighwad village is situated in Chandvad Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dighwad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dighwad is Dighwat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dighwad?
- The pincode of Dighwad is 423101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dighwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dighwad is 2,301, with 1,175 males and 1,126 females.
- How many households are there in Dighwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dighwad village has a total of 532 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dighwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dighwad is 74.19%. The male literacy rate is 79.91%, while the female literacy rate is 68.21%.