Digan - Dehra Gopipur, Kangra
Digan is a village situated in the Dehra Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 61 km from Dharmsala. Khabli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digan is 010302. The village covers a total geographical area of 177.83 hectares and falls under the 177117 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Digan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dehra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digan
As per Census 2011, Digan village has a total population of 82 people, consisting of 43 males and 39 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 58 literate and 24 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 69 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 35 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 10 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Digan
Digan 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 Digan
Digan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Dharmsala to Digan is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digan 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Digan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digan 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 Digan
Where is Digan located?
Digan village is located in Dehra Gopipur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digan?
The Gram Panchayat of Digan is Khabli.
What is the pincode of Digan?
The pincode of Digan is 177117.
What is the population of Digan?
Digan has a total population of 82, including 43 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Digan?
There are 13 households in Digan.
What is the literacy rate in Digan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digan is 70.73%. Male literacy is 76.74% and female literacy is 64.10%.