Digir Pathar - Baghbor, Barpeta
Digir Pathar is a village situated in the Baghbor subdivision of Barpeta district, Assam. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandia Bardalani , Baghbor and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Barpeta. Dighirpam Manikpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digir Pathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digir Pathar is 282803. The village covers a total geographical area of 209.73 hectares and falls under the 781308 pincode. Barpeta is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Digir Pathar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chenga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digir Pathar
According to the 2011 Census, Digir Pathar village had a total population of 1,851 people, including 965 males and 886 females, living in 346 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.31%, with male literacy at 57.82% and female literacy at 42.05%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,851 | 965 | 886 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 398 | 204 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 731 | 440 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,120 | 525 | 595 |
Nearby Villages of Digir Pathar
Digir Pathar 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 Digir Pathar
Public transport in the Digir Pathar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Digir Pathar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Barpeta to Digir Pathar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digir Pathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digir Pathar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Digir Pathar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digir Pathar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Digir Pathar
Where is Digir Pathar located?
Digir Pathar village is located in Baghbor Subdivision, Barpeta district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digir Pathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Digir Pathar is Dighirpam Manikpur.
What is the pincode of Digir Pathar?
The pincode of Digir Pathar is 781308.
What is the population of Digir Pathar?
Digir Pathar had a total population of 1,851, including 965 males and 886 females.
How many households are there in Digir Pathar?
Digir Pathar had 346 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digir Pathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digir Pathar was 50.31%. Male literacy was 57.82% and female literacy was 42.05%.