Digah - Kupvi, Shimla
Digah is a village situated in the Kupvi tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 212 km from Shimla. Bhaloo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digah is 025604. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.75 hectares and falls under the 171217 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Digah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digah
According to the 2011 Census, Digah village had a total population of 85 people, including 42 males and 43 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 78.95% and female literacy at 54.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 85 | 42 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 30 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 12 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Digah
Digah 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 Digah
Digah 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Digah is about 212 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Digah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Digah
Where is Digah located?
Digah village is located in Kupvi Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digah?
The Gram Panchayat of Digah is Bhaloo.
What is the pincode of Digah?
The pincode of Digah is 171217.
What is the population of Digah?
Digah had a total population of 85, including 42 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Digah?
Digah had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digah was 66.67%. Male literacy was 78.95% and female literacy was 54.05%.