Digon - Nalkheda, Agar-Malwa
Digon is a village situated in the Nalkheda tehsil of Agar-Malwa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Nalkheda and around 15 km from Shajapur. Dhandeda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digon is 472268. The village covers a total geographical area of 308.92 hectares and falls under the 465445 pincode. Nalkheda is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Digon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Digon
As per Census 2011, Digon village has a total population of 1,114 people, consisting of 556 males and 558 females. The village has 220 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 163 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 463 literate and 651 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 97 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,114 | 556 | 558 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 90 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 65 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 47 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 463 | 281 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 651 | 275 | 376 |
Nearby Villages of Digon
Digon 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 Digon
Digon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nalkheda to Digon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shajapur to Digon is about 15 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 Digon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Digon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Digon
Where is Digon located?
Digon village is located in Nalkheda Tehsil, Agar-Malwa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digon?
The Gram Panchayat of Digon is Dhandeda.
What is the pincode of Digon?
The pincode of Digon is 465445.
What is the population of Digon?
Digon has a total population of 1,114, including 556 males and 558 females.
How many households are there in Digon?
There are 220 households in Digon.
What is the literacy rate in Digon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digon is 41.56%. Male literacy is 50.54% and female literacy is 32.62%.