Digad - Ambegaon, Pune
Digad is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Kushire Bk. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digad is 555435. The village covers a total geographical area of 241 hectares and falls under the 410509 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Digad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digad
As per Census 2011, Digad village has a total population of 112 people, consisting of 57 males and 55 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 81 literate and 31 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 70 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 112 | 57 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 44 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 13 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Digad
Digad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kondhare | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Kushire Kh. | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Megholi | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Adivare | North-East | 2.98 km |
| Vachape | East | 3.02 km |
| Asane | North-West | 3.14 km |
| Kushire Bk. | West | 3.28 km |
| Jambhori | South | 3.41 km |
| Malin | North | 4.31 km |
| Kalambai | South-East | 4.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Digad
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Digad. The nearest railway station is Shelu, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.4 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 Junnar to Digad is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Digad is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Digad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Digad
Where is Digad located?
Digad village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digad?
The Gram Panchayat of Digad is Kushire Bk..
What is the pincode of Digad?
The pincode of Digad is 410509.
What is the population of Digad?
Digad has a total population of 112, including 57 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Digad?
There are 27 households in Digad.
What is the literacy rate in Digad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digad is 72.32%. Male literacy is 77.19% and female literacy is 67.27%.