Dighanchi
Dighanchi is a village located in Atpadi tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Atpadi (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Dighanchi village is also a gram panchayat.
Dighanchi has its own place in the vibrant Sangli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dighanchi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dighanchi is 568570. The village spans a total geographical area of 3407.9 hectares. Vita is nearest town to Dighanchi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 52km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dighanchi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Khanapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sangli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dighanchi
Population of Dighanchi
Below is a concise population overview of Dighanchi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,128 | 5,668 | 5,460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,276 | 674 | 602 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,039 | 1,045 | 994 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 7,665 | 4,323 | 3,342 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,463 | 1,345 | 2,118 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dighanchi village:
- The total population of Dighanchi village is around 11,128, including approximately 5,668 males and 5,460 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,276 children aged 0–6 years in Dighanchi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dighanchi village has 2,039 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 35 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dighanchi village is about 68.88%, with male literacy at 76.27% and female literacy at 61.21%.
- There are around 2,262 households in Dighanchi village.
Connectivity of Dighanchi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dighanchi. As per the 2011 stats, Dighanchi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dighanchi
Knowing the nearby villages of Dighanchi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dighanchi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dighanchi
- Where is Dighanchi located?
- Dighanchi village is situated in Atpadi Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dighanchi?
- Dighanchi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dighanchi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dighanchi is 11,128, with 5,668 males and 5,460 females.
- How many households are there in Dighanchi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dighanchi village has a total of 2,262 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dighanchi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dighanchi is 68.88%. The male literacy rate is 76.27%, while the female literacy rate is 61.21%.