Dighi
Dighi is a village located in Karanja tehsil of Washim district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Karanja (tehsildar office) and 83km away from district headquarter Washim. As per 2009 stats, Dighi village is also a gram panchayat.
Dighi has its own place in the vibrant Washim region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dighi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dighi is 530965. The village spans a total geographical area of 431 hectares. Karanja is nearest town to Dighi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Dighi
Population of Dighi
Below is a concise population overview of Dighi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 978 | 508 | 470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 60 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 290 | 152 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 754 | 422 | 332 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 86 | 138 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dighi village:
- The total population of Dighi village is around 978, including approximately 508 males and 470 females, with a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 120 children aged 0–6 years in Dighi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dighi village has 290 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dighi village is about 77.10%, with male literacy at 83.07% and female literacy at 70.64%.
- There are around 249 households in Dighi village.
Connectivity of Dighi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dighi. As per the 2011 stats, Dighi 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dighi
Knowing the nearby villages of Dighi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dighi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dighi
- Where is Dighi located?
- Dighi village is situated in Karanja Tehsil, within the Washim district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dighi?
- Dighi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dighi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dighi is 978, with 508 males and 470 females.
- How many households are there in Dighi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dighi village has a total of 249 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dighi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dighi is 77.10%. The male literacy rate is 83.07%, while the female literacy rate is 70.64%.