Dingne - Sawantwadi, Sindhudurg
Dingne is a village situated in the Sawantwadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sawantwadi and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Dingne village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dingne is 566910. The village covers a total geographical area of 996.78 hectares and falls under the 416511 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Dingne village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawantwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dingne
As per Census 2011, Dingne village has a total population of 844 people, consisting of 423 males and 421 females. The village has 196 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 557 literate and 287 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dingne are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 844 | 423 | 421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 49 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 557 | 319 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 104 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Dingne
Dingne 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Galel | West | 1.94 km |
| Dongarpal | South | 2.34 km |
| Adali | East | 3.30 km |
| Banda | North-West | 3.34 km |
| Morgaon | East | 3.58 km |
| Netarde | South | 3.90 km |
| Phondye | South-East | 4.29 km |
| Degave | North | 4.60 km |
| Padve | North-East | 4.91 km |
| Ugade | East | 5.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dingne
Dingne is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Madure, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sawantwadi to Dingne is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Dingne is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dingne
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dingne village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dingne
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dingne village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dingne
Where is Dingne located?
Dingne village is located in Sawantwadi Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dingne?
Dingne is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dingne?
The pincode of Dingne is 416511.
What is the population of Dingne?
Dingne has a total population of 844, including 423 males and 421 females.
How many households are there in Dingne?
There are 196 households in Dingne.
What is the literacy rate in Dingne?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dingne is 66.00%. Male literacy is 75.41% and female literacy is 56.53%.