Digal - Ramshahr, Solan
Digal is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Diggal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digal is 020679. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 173218 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Digal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digal
According to the 2011 Census, Digal village had a total population of 318 people, including 169 males and 149 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.59%, with male literacy at 94.56% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 151, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 318 | 169 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 78 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 139 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 30 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Digal
Digal 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 Digal
Digal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Solan to Digal is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Digal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Digal
Where is Digal located?
Digal village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digal?
The Gram Panchayat of Digal is Diggal.
What is the pincode of Digal?
The pincode of Digal is 173218.
What is the population of Digal?
Digal had a total population of 318, including 169 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Digal?
Digal had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digal was 87.59%. Male literacy was 94.56% and female literacy was 80.00%.