Digadon - Karra, Khunti
Digadon is a village situated in the Karra subdivision of Khunti district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karra and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Khunti. Kudlum serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digadon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digadon is 374808. The village covers a total geographical area of 226 hectares and falls under the 835210 pincode.
Digadon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Digadon
As per Census 2011, Digadon village has a total population of 481 people, consisting of 226 males and 255 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 1,128 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 268 literate and 213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 460 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digadon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 481 | 226 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 24 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 460 | 216 | 244 |
| Literate Population | 268 | 154 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 72 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Digadon
Digadon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Patramuchia | South | 1.35 km |
| Chaldanu | East | 1.61 km |
| Bingaon | North | 1.71 km |
| Ethe Toli | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Juljula | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Malgo | West | 2.41 km |
| Chiur | North | 2.56 km |
| Ronhe | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Tapesara | West | 3.06 km |
| Hesla | North-East | 3.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Digadon
Digadon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bingaon, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Khunti to Digadon is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digadon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digadon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Digadon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digadon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Digadon
Where is Digadon located?
Digadon village is located in Karra Subdivision, Khunti district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digadon?
The Gram Panchayat of Digadon is Kudlum.
What is the pincode of Digadon?
The pincode of Digadon is 835210.
What is the population of Digadon?
Digadon has a total population of 481, including 226 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Digadon?
There are 91 households in Digadon.
What is the literacy rate in Digadon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digadon is 55.72%. Male literacy is 68.14% and female literacy is 44.71%.