Bindla Digwa - Shillai, Sirmaur
Bindla Digwa is a village situated in the Shillai tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 117 km from Nahan. Bindla Digwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bindla Digwa is 023437. The village covers a total geographical area of 923 hectares and falls under the 173029 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Bindla Digwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shillai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bindla Digwa
According to the 2011 Census, Bindla Digwa village had a total population of 896 people, including 475 males and 421 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.41%, with male literacy at 71.39% and female literacy at 62.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70.
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 | 896 | 475 | 421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 73 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 511 | 287 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 188 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Bindla Digwa
Bindla Digwa 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 Bindla Digwa
Public transport in the Bindla Digwa is mainly available through bus 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 Nahan to Bindla Digwa is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bindla Digwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bindla Digwa 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 Bindla Digwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bindla Digwa 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 Bindla Digwa
Where is Bindla Digwa located?
Bindla Digwa village is located in Shillai Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bindla Digwa?
Bindla Digwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bindla Digwa?
The pincode of Bindla Digwa is 173029.
What is the population of Bindla Digwa?
Bindla Digwa had a total population of 896, including 475 males and 421 females.
How many households are there in Bindla Digwa?
Bindla Digwa had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bindla Digwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bindla Digwa was 67.41%. Male literacy was 71.39% and female literacy was 62.92%.