Digavale - Kankavli, Sindhudurg
Digavale is a village situated in the Kankavli tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankavli and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Digavle serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digavale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digavale is 566489. The village covers a total geographical area of 1275 hectares and falls under the 416609 pincode. Malwan is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Digavale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankavli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digavale
As per Census 2011, Digavale village has a total population of 1,317 people, consisting of 630 males and 687 females. The village has 387 households and a sex ratio of 1,090 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,010 literate and 307 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digavale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,317 | 630 | 687 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 43 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,010 | 531 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 99 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Digavale
Digavale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranjangaon | South | 1.46 km |
| Natal | North-West | 2.66 km |
| Nardave | South | 3.30 km |
| Bhairavgaon | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Dariste | South-West | 5.07 km |
| Jambhalgaon (nardave Najik) | South-East | 5.08 km |
| Pimpalgaon | East | 5.79 km |
| Jambhavade | South | 5.97 km |
| Kumbhavade | North | 6.19 km |
| Subhash Nagar | North-West | 6.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Digavale
Digavale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kankavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.0 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 Malwan to Digavale is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Digavale is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digavale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digavale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Digavale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digavale 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Digavale
Where is Digavale located?
Digavale village is located in Kankavli Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digavale?
The Gram Panchayat of Digavale is Digavle.
What is the pincode of Digavale?
The pincode of Digavale is 416609.
What is the population of Digavale?
Digavale has a total population of 1,317, including 630 males and 687 females.
How many households are there in Digavale?
There are 387 households in Digavale.
What is the literacy rate in Digavale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digavale is 76.69%. Male literacy is 84.29% and female literacy is 69.72%.