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
According to the 2011 Census, Digwar Kalan village had a total population of 978 people, including 519 males and 459 females, living in 203 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.30%, with male literacy at 44.84% and female literacy at 35.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 276, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 25.
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 | 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 had a total population of 978, including 519 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Digwar Kalan?
Digwar Kalan had 203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digwar Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digwar Kalan was 40.30%. Male literacy was 44.84% and female literacy was 35.25%.