Digri - Murhu, Khunti
Digri is a village situated in the Murhu subdivision of Khunti district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murhu and around 11 km from the district headquarters in Khunti. Digri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digri is 375105. The village covers a total geographical area of 380 hectares and falls under the 835210 pincode. Khunti is the nearest town.
Digri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Digri
According to the 2011 Census, Digri village had a total population of 820 people, including 408 males and 412 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.98%, with male literacy at 70.24% and female literacy at 51.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 808.
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 | 820 | 408 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 72 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 808 | 400 | 408 |
| Literate Population | 411 | 236 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 409 | 172 | 237 |
Nearby Villages of Digri
Digri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maranghatu | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Rongo | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Bhursu | North | 1.68 km |
| Mailburu | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Saparum | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Salga | East | 1.93 km |
| Jikilata | South | 2.09 km |
| Bhut | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Saedba | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Anidih | South | 3.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Digri
Digri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bingaon, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Khunti to Digri is about 11 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 Digri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Digri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Digri
Where is Digri located?
Digri village is located in Murhu Subdivision, Khunti district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Digri?
Digri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Digri?
The pincode of Digri is 835210.
What is the population of Digri?
Digri had a total population of 820, including 408 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Digri?
Digri had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digri was 60.98%. Male literacy was 70.24% and female literacy was 51.78%.