Dhar Dighol - Sonpeth, Parbhani
Dhar Dighol is a village situated in the Sonpeth tehsil of Parbhani district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonpeth and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Parbhani. Dhar Dighol village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhar Dighol is 546947. The village covers a total geographical area of 272.86 hectares and falls under the 431516 pincode. Sonpeth is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dhar Dighol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhar Dighol
According to the 2011 Census, Dhar Dighol village had a total population of 453 people, including 242 males and 211 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.29%, with male literacy at 81.64% and female literacy at 62.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53.
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 | 453 | 242 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 35 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 169 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 73 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Dhar Dighol
Dhar Dighol 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dighol Islampur | North | 2.55 km |
| Injegaon | South-West | 2.74 km |
| Dhamoni | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Nimgaon | North | 3.82 km |
| Nathra | West | 3.83 km |
| Kaudgaon Sabla | West | 4.25 km |
| Takli Deshmukh | South-West | 5.09 km |
| Bondargaon | East | 5.11 km |
| Khapat Pimpri | North | 5.19 km |
| Kaudgaon Ghoda | North-West | 5.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhar Dighol
Dhar Dighol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Parli Vaijnath, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Sonpeth to Dhar Dighol is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Parbhani to Dhar Dighol 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 Dhar Dighol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhar Dighol 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhar Dighol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhar Dighol 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 Dhar Dighol
Where is Dhar Dighol located?
Dhar Dighol village is located in Sonpeth Tehsil, Parbhani district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Dhar Dighol?
Dhar Dighol is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhar Dighol?
The pincode of Dhar Dighol is 431516.
What is the population of Dhar Dighol?
Dhar Dighol had a total population of 453, including 242 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Dhar Dighol?
Dhar Dighol had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar Dighol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhar Dighol was 72.29%. Male literacy was 81.64% and female literacy was 62.11%.