Digras - Parbhani
Digras is a village situated in the Parbhani tehsil of Parbhani district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from Parbhani, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Digras village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digras is 546688. The village covers a total geographical area of 448 hectares and falls under the 431503 pincode. Parbhani is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Digras village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pathri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Parbhani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digras
According to the 2011 Census, Digras village had a total population of 1,071 people, including 554 males and 517 females, living in 196 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.29%, with male literacy at 84.21% and female literacy at 61.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 184, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 1,071 | 554 | 517 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 79 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 92 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 675 | 400 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 396 | 154 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Digras
Digras is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Digras
Public transport in the Digras is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Parbhani to Digras is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 >10 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 Parbhani 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 431503.
What is the population of Digras?
Digras had a total population of 1,071, including 554 males and 517 females.
How many households are there in Digras?
Digras had 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digras?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digras was 73.29%. Male literacy was 84.21% and female literacy was 61.66%.