Digar - Bharoli, Kangra
Digar is a village situated in the Bharoli tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 65 km from Dharmsala. Jakhota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digar is 010503. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.54 hectares and falls under the 176036 pincode. Nadaun 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 Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digar
As per Census 2011, Digar village has a total population of 277 people, consisting of 119 males and 158 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 1,327 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 209 literate and 68 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 277 | 119 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 13 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 100 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 19 | 49 |
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
Digar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Dharmsala to Digar is about 65 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Digar
Where is Digar located?
Digar village is located in Bharoli Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digar?
The Gram Panchayat of Digar is Jakhota.
What is the pincode of Digar?
The pincode of Digar is 176036.
What is the population of Digar?
Digar has a total population of 277, including 119 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Digar?
There are 61 households in Digar.
What is the literacy rate in Digar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digar is 75.45%. Male literacy is 84.03% and female literacy is 68.99%.