Dighepur - Pithora, Mahasamund
Dighepur is a village situated in the Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pithaura and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Jandhora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dighepur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dighepur is 446313. The village covers a total geographical area of 362.36 hectares and falls under the 493551 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dighepur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dighepur
As per Census 2011, Dighepur village has a total population of 696 people, consisting of 358 males and 338 females. The village has 160 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 478 literate and 218 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 381 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dighepur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 696 | 358 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 50 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 381 | 192 | 189 |
| Literate Population | 478 | 276 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 82 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Dighepur
Dighepur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barekelkhurd | East | 1.94 km |
| Lakhagarh | North | 1.99 km |
| Sewaiya Kalan | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Janghora | West | 2.09 km |
| Khuteri | South-West | 2.43 km |
| Parsapali | West | 2.76 km |
| Rajasewaiya Khurd | North | 3.85 km |
| Kaudiya | North-East | 3.89 km |
| Arand | South | 4.03 km |
| Bartunga | West | 4.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dighepur
Dighepur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bagbahra, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bagbahara to Dighepur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Dighepur is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dighepur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dighepur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dighepur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dighepur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dighepur
Where is Dighepur located?
Dighepur village is located in Pithora Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dighepur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dighepur is Jandhora.
What is the pincode of Dighepur?
The pincode of Dighepur is 493551.
What is the population of Dighepur?
Dighepur has a total population of 696, including 358 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Dighepur?
There are 160 households in Dighepur.
What is the literacy rate in Dighepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dighepur is 68.68%. Male literacy is 77.09% and female literacy is 59.76%.