Digar - Saho, Chamba
Digar is a village situated in the Saho tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Chamba. Baat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digar is 007955. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.71 hectares and falls under the 176314 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Digar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chamba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digar
According to the 2011 Census, Digar village had a total population of 417 people, including 210 males and 207 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.51%, with male literacy at 84.09% and female literacy at 59.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 66.
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 | 417 | 210 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 34 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 37 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 148 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 62 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Digar
Digar 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 Digar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Digar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Digar is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Digar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Digar
Where is Digar located?
Digar village is located in Saho Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digar?
The Gram Panchayat of Digar is Baat.
What is the pincode of Digar?
The pincode of Digar is 176314.
What is the population of Digar?
Digar had a total population of 417, including 210 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Digar?
Digar had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digar was 71.51%. Male literacy was 84.09% and female literacy was 59.34%.