Digras Village - Zari-Jamani, Yavatmal
Digras is a village situated in the Zari-Jamani tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Zari-jamani and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Digras village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digras is 543934. The village covers a total geographical area of 617.36 hectares and falls under the 445304 pincode. Pandharkaoda is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Digras village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digras
As per Census 2011, Digras village has a total population of 728 people, consisting of 363 males and 365 females. The village has 188 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 445 literate and 283 illiterate residents. Additionally, 149 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digras are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 728 | 363 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 84 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 445 | 259 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 104 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Digras
Digras is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Digras
Public transport in the Digras is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Digras.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharkaoda to Digras is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Digras is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digras
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digras village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Digras
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digras village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Digras
Where is Digras located?
Digras village is located in Zari-Jamani Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digras?
Digras is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Digras?
The pincode of Digras is 445304.
What is the population of Digras?
Digras has a total population of 728, including 363 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Digras?
There are 188 households in Digras.
What is the literacy rate in Digras?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digras is 61.13%. Male literacy is 71.35% and female literacy is 50.96%.