Digod - Hatpiplya, Dewas
Digod is a village situated in the Hatpiplya tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hatpiplya and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Dgodh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digod village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digod is 474155. The village covers a total geographical area of 226.4 hectares and falls under the 455227 pincode. Hatpiplya is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Digod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hatpipliya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dewas Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digod
As per Census 2011, Digod village has a total population of 634 people, consisting of 329 males and 305 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 389 literate and 245 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digod are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 634 | 329 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 41 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 253 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 245 | 76 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Digod
Digod 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhigarkheda | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Syalkheda | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Salkhedi | North | 2.96 km |
| Gopipur | South-West | 3.28 km |
| Bhilamla. | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Awrajsani | North-West | 3.72 km |
| Thadhewariya | South-West | 4.18 km |
| Dokarkheda | North | 4.33 km |
| Baroli | North | 4.83 km |
| Kamlapur | South-West | 5.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Digod
Digod is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dewas, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Hatpiplya to Digod is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Digod is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digod 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Digod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digod 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Digod
Where is Digod located?
Digod village is located in Hatpiplya Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digod?
The Gram Panchayat of Digod is Dgodh.
What is the pincode of Digod?
The pincode of Digod is 455227.
What is the population of Digod?
Digod has a total population of 634, including 329 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Digod?
There are 123 households in Digod.
What is the literacy rate in Digod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digod is 61.36%. Male literacy is 76.90% and female literacy is 44.59%.