Dighanchi - Atpadi, Sangli
Dighanchi is a village situated in the Atpadi tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atpadi and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Dighanchi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dighanchi is 568570. The village covers a total geographical area of 3407.9 hectares and falls under the 415315 pincode. Vita is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Dighanchi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dighanchi
As per Census 2011, Dighanchi village has a total population of 11,128 people, consisting of 5,668 males and 5,460 females. The village has 2,262 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,276 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,665 literate and 3,463 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,039 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dighanchi are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Dighanchi
Dighanchi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lingiware | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Pandharewadi | East | 4.07 km |
| Palaskhel | South-West | 4.40 km |
| Pujarwadi | North-East | 5.26 km |
| Awalai | South | 5.62 km |
| Vitthlapur | South-East | 5.91 km |
| Pisewadi | South-West | 5.94 km |
| Umbargaon | East | 6.13 km |
| Palsavade | West | 6.74 km |
| Kuranewadi | West | 6.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dighanchi
Dighanchi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Wasud, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vita to Dighanchi is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Dighanchi is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dighanchi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dighanchi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dighanchi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dighanchi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dighanchi
Where is Dighanchi located?
Dighanchi village is located in Atpadi Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dighanchi?
Dighanchi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dighanchi?
The pincode of Dighanchi is 415315.
What is the population of Dighanchi?
Dighanchi has a total population of 11,128, including 5,668 males and 5,460 females.
How many households are there in Dighanchi?
There are 2,262 households in Dighanchi.
What is the literacy rate in Dighanchi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dighanchi is 68.88%. Male literacy is 76.27% and female literacy is 61.21%.