Digwar Kalan - Prithvipur, Niwari
Digwar Kalan is a village situated in the Prithvipur tehsil of Niwari district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from Prithvipur and around 74 km from Tikamgarh. Digwarkala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digwar Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digwar Kalan is 456587. The village covers a total geographical area of 324.52 hectares and falls under the 472337 pincode. Prithvipur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Digwar Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Prithvipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digwar Kalan
As per Census 2011, Digwar Kalan village has a total population of 978 people, consisting of 519 males and 459 females. The village has 203 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 326 literate and 652 illiterate residents. Additionally, 276 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digwar Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 978 | 519 | 459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 93 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 144 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 191 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 652 | 328 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Digwar Kalan
Digwar Kalan 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 Digwar Kalan
Digwar Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Prithvipur to Digwar Kalan is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tikamgarh to Digwar Kalan is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digwar Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digwar Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Digwar Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digwar Kalan 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Digwar Kalan
Where is Digwar Kalan located?
Digwar Kalan village is located in Prithvipur Tehsil, Niwari district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digwar Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Digwar Kalan is Digwarkala.
What is the pincode of Digwar Kalan?
The pincode of Digwar Kalan is 472337.
What is the population of Digwar Kalan?
Digwar Kalan has a total population of 978, including 519 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Digwar Kalan?
There are 203 households in Digwar Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Digwar Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digwar Kalan is 33.33%. Male literacy is 36.80% and female literacy is 29.41%.