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.
Here you can discover what makes Dighanchi unique in its vibrant Atpadi-Sangli region. You’ll see Dighanchi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Dighanchi has a total population of about 11,128, with approximately 5,668 males and 5,460 females. The sex ratio is around 963 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,276 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,039 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 35. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.88%, with male literacy at about 76.27% and female literacy near 61.21%. There are around 2,262 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dighanchi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.