Sheri Digar - Kalwan, Nashik
Sheri Digar is a village situated in the Kalwan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalwan and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Bhaitane (d) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sheri Digar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sheri Digar is 549832. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.01 hectares and falls under the 423502 pincode. Satana is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Sheri 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 Kalwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sheri Digar
As per Census 2011, Sheri Digar village has a total population of 464 people, consisting of 224 males and 240 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 1,071 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 216 literate and 248 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 458 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sheri Digar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 464 | 224 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 33 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 458 | 220 | 238 |
| Literate Population | 216 | 118 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 106 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Sheri Digar
Sheri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khadaki | West | 1.95 km |
| Sule | South-East | 1.98 km |
| Jaidar | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Katharedigar | North-West | 2.74 km |
| Pimple Bk. | East | 3.17 km |
| Pimple Kh. | South-East | 3.40 km |
| Sidharthanagar | North-East | 3.42 km |
| Lakhani | South | 3.78 km |
| Pratapnagar | North-West | 4.05 km |
| Supale (di) | North | 4.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sheri Digar
Sheri Digar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Waghai, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.5 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 Satana to Sheri Digar is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Sheri Digar is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sheri Digar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sheri 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sheri 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 Sheri 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 Sheri Digar
Where is Sheri Digar located?
Sheri Digar village is located in Kalwan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sheri Digar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sheri Digar is Bhaitane (d).
What is the pincode of Sheri Digar?
The pincode of Sheri Digar is 423502.
What is the population of Sheri Digar?
Sheri Digar has a total population of 464, including 224 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Sheri Digar?
There are 88 households in Sheri Digar.
What is the literacy rate in Sheri Digar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sheri Digar is 46.55%. Male literacy is 52.68% and female literacy is 40.83%.