Digger - Diskit, Leh Ladakh
Digger is a village situated in the Diskit tehsil of Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 62 km from Nubra and around 110 km from Leh. Digar serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Digger village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digger is 000936. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.8 hectares and falls under the 194401 pincode. Leh is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Digger village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Digger
According to the 2011 Census, Digger village had a total population of 192 people, including 86 males and 106 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,233 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.56%, with male literacy at 43.24% and female literacy at 47.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 192.
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 | 192 | 86 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 192 | 86 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 32 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 54 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Digger
Digger 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 Digger
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Digger.
| 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 Leh to Digger is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digger
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digger 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Digger
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digger village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Digger
Where is Digger located?
Digger village is located in Diskit Tehsil, Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Digger?
The Halqa Panchayat of Digger is Digar.
What is the pincode of Digger?
The pincode of Digger is 194401.
What is the population of Digger?
Digger had a total population of 192, including 86 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Digger?
Digger had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digger?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digger was 45.56%. Male literacy was 43.24% and female literacy was 47.37%.