Digamarru Village - Palacole, West Godavari
Digamarru is a village situated in the Palacole mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palacole and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Digamarru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digamarru is 588787. The village covers a total geographical area of 552 hectares and falls under the 534275 pincode. Palacole is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Digamarru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Digamarru
As per Census 2011, Digamarru village has a total population of 4,028 people, consisting of 2,043 males and 1,985 females. The village has 1,179 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 412 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,854 literate and 1,174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,422 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digamarru are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,028 | 2,043 | 1,985 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 412 | 219 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,422 | 719 | 703 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,854 | 1,523 | 1,331 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,174 | 520 | 654 |
Nearby Villages of Digamarru
Digamarru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pedamamidipalle | East | 1.71 km |
| Chittavaram | South | 1.82 km |
| Varidhanam | East | 1.88 km |
| Gorintada | West | 2.21 km |
| Chandaparru | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Kaza | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Navarasapuram | South | 3.82 km |
| Gondi | South-East | 3.90 km |
| Kontheru | North-East | 3.99 km |
| Agarru | West | 4.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Digamarru
Digamarru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Palakollu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palacole to Digamarru is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Digamarru is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digamarru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digamarru 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 Digamarru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digamarru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Digamarru
Where is Digamarru located?
Digamarru village is located in Palacole Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digamarru?
Digamarru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Digamarru?
The pincode of Digamarru is 534275.
What is the population of Digamarru?
Digamarru has a total population of 4,028, including 2,043 males and 1,985 females.
How many households are there in Digamarru?
There are 1,179 households in Digamarru.
What is the literacy rate in Digamarru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digamarru is 70.85%. Male literacy is 74.55% and female literacy is 67.05%.