Digras - Palam, Parbhani
Digras is a village situated in the Palam tehsil of Parbhani district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palam and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Parbhani. Digras village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digras is 547096. The village covers a total geographical area of 908 hectares and falls under the 431720 pincode. Gangakhed is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Digras village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Digras
According to the 2011 Census, Digras village had a total population of 2,322 people, including 1,171 males and 1,151 females, living in 504 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.92%, with male literacy at 78.07% and female literacy at 53.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 447.
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 | 2,322 | 1,171 | 1,151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 406 | 195 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 447 | 218 | 229 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,263 | 762 | 501 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,059 | 409 | 650 |
Nearby Villages of Digras
Digras 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pharkanda | South-West | 3.00 km |
| Mahagaon | North | 3.03 km |
| Banegaon | North-West | 4.30 km |
| Mithapur | North-East | 4.36 km |
| Sheikhrajura | South | 4.50 km |
| Gulkhand | South-West | 4.61 km |
| Kalgaon | North-West | 5.33 km |
| Kantheshwar | North-East | 5.38 km |
| Nila | North | 5.78 km |
| Sarangi | East | 5.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Digras
Public transport in the Digras is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Purna Jn, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.6 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 Gangakhed to Digras is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Parbhani to Digras is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digras
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digras village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Digras
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digras village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Digras
Where is Digras located?
Digras village is located in Palam Tehsil, Parbhani district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Digras?
Digras is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Digras?
The pincode of Digras is 431720.
What is the population of Digras?
Digras had a total population of 2,322, including 1,171 males and 1,151 females.
How many households are there in Digras?
Digras had 504 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digras?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digras was 65.92%. Male literacy was 78.07% and female literacy was 53.30%.