Diggi - Bhaderwah, Doda
Diggi is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baderwah and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Diggi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Diggi is 004423. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.5 hectares and falls under the 182221 pincode. Baderwah is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Diggi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Diggi
According to the 2011 Census, Diggi village had a total population of 451 people, including 243 males and 208 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.23%, with male literacy at 91.04% and female literacy at 65.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 263.
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 | 451 | 243 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 263 | 145 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 193 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 50 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Diggi
Diggi 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 Diggi
Diggi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Baderwah to Diggi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Diggi is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Diggi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Diggi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Diggi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Diggi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Diggi
Where is Diggi located?
Diggi village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Diggi?
Diggi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Diggi?
The pincode of Diggi is 182221.
What is the population of Diggi?
Diggi had a total population of 451, including 243 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Diggi?
Diggi had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Diggi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Diggi was 79.23%. Male literacy was 91.04% and female literacy was 65.17%.