Digon
Digon is a village located in Nalkheda tehsil of Shajapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Nalkheda (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Shajapur. As per 2009 stats, Dhandeda is the gram panchayat of Digon village.
Here you can discover what makes Digon unique in its vibrant Nalkheda-Shajapur region. You’ll see Digon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Digon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Digon is 472268. The village spans a total geographical area of 308.92 hectares. Nalkheda is nearest town to Digon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Digon
Population of Digon
According to the 2011 Census, Digon has a total population of about 1,114, with approximately 556 males and 558 females. The sex ratio is around 1003 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 163 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 124 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 97. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.56%, with male literacy at about 50.54% and female literacy near 32.62%. There are around 220 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Digon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Digon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Digon. As per the 2011 stats, Digon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Digon
Knowing the nearby villages of Digon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Digon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Digon
- Where is Digon located?
- Digon village is situated in Nalkheda Tehsil, within the Shajapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Digon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Digon is Dhandeda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Digon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Digon is 1,114, with 556 males and 558 females.
- How many households are there in Digon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Digon village has a total of 220 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Digon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Digon is 41.56%. The male literacy rate is 50.54%, while the female literacy rate is 32.62%.