Mouje Digraj - Miraj, Sangli
Mouje Digraj is a village situated in the Miraj tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Miraj and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. M.digraj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mouje Digraj village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mouje Digraj is 568694. The village covers a total geographical area of 1022 hectares and falls under the 416415 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mouje Digraj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Islampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mouje Digraj
As per Census 2011, Mouje Digraj village has a total population of 4,993 people, consisting of 2,576 males and 2,417 females. The village has 1,085 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 544 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,665 literate and 1,328 illiterate residents. Additionally, 613 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 124 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mouje Digraj are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,993 | 2,576 | 2,417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 544 | 296 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 613 | 304 | 309 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 61 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 3,665 | 2,026 | 1,639 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,328 | 550 | 778 |
Nearby Villages of Mouje Digraj
Mouje Digraj 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kasabe Digraj | South-West | 3.10 km |
| Karnal | East | 3.32 km |
| Nandre | North | 3.60 km |
| Padmale | South-East | 3.78 km |
| Bramhanal | North-West | 4.85 km |
| Kavaji Khotwadi | North-East | 5.18 km |
| Khatav | North | 5.87 km |
| Bisur | East | 5.96 km |
| Tung | West | 6.29 km |
| Budhgaon | East | 6.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mouje Digraj
Mouje Digraj is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nandre, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Mouje Digraj is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Mouje Digraj is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mouje Digraj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mouje Digraj village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mouje Digraj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mouje Digraj 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 Mouje Digraj
Where is Mouje Digraj located?
Mouje Digraj village is located in Miraj Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mouje Digraj?
The Gram Panchayat of Mouje Digraj is M.digraj.
What is the pincode of Mouje Digraj?
The pincode of Mouje Digraj is 416415.
What is the population of Mouje Digraj?
Mouje Digraj has a total population of 4,993, including 2,576 males and 2,417 females.
How many households are there in Mouje Digraj?
There are 1,085 households in Mouje Digraj.
What is the literacy rate in Mouje Digraj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mouje Digraj is 73.40%. Male literacy is 78.65% and female literacy is 67.81%.