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.
Here you can discover what makes Dighi unique in its vibrant Karanja-Washim region. You’ll see Dighi’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Dighi has a total population of about 978, with approximately 508 males and 470 females. The sex ratio is around 925 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 120 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 290 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.10%, with male literacy at about 83.07% and female literacy near 70.64%. There are around 249 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dighi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.