Digori - Saluni, Chamba
Digori is a village situated in the Saluni tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhandal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digori village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digori is 007126. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.32 hectares and falls under the 176320 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Digori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digori
According to the 2011 Census, Digori village had a total population of 301 people, including 157 males and 144 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.41%, with male literacy at 82.27% and female literacy at 43.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 301 | 157 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 16 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 116 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 41 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Digori
Digori 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 Digori
Digori is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Digori is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digori 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Digori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digori 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Digori
Where is Digori located?
Digori village is located in Saluni Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digori?
The Gram Panchayat of Digori is Bhandal.
What is the pincode of Digori?
The pincode of Digori is 176320.
What is the population of Digori?
Digori had a total population of 301, including 157 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Digori?
Digori had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digori was 63.41%. Male literacy was 82.27% and female literacy was 43.70%.