Digoda - Dighora, Tikamgarh
Digoda is a village situated in the Dighora tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Jatara and around 25 km from Tikamgarh. Digora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digoda is 456706. The village covers a total geographical area of 1227.82 hectares and falls under the 472339 pincode. Tikamgarh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Digoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tikamgarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Digoda
As per Census 2011, Digoda village has a total population of 8,383 people, consisting of 4,409 males and 3,974 females. The village has 1,684 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,273 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,032 literate and 3,351 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,888 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,383 | 4,409 | 3,974 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,273 | 673 | 600 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,888 | 1,535 | 1,353 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 5,032 | 3,026 | 2,006 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,351 | 1,383 | 1,968 |
Nearby Villages of Digoda
Digoda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dor | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Bigha | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Vaidau | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Kharoi | North | 3.41 km |
| Dhamna Khas | South-East | 3.44 km |
| Punaul Khas | North-West | 3.65 km |
| Deokha | South | 3.81 km |
| Nadiya | South-West | 4.29 km |
| Punolhar | North | 4.38 km |
| Kurrai | South | 4.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Digoda
Digoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tikamgarh, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Tikamgarh to Digoda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Digoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Digoda
Where is Digoda located?
Digoda village is located in Dighora Tehsil, Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digoda?
The Gram Panchayat of Digoda is Digora.
What is the pincode of Digoda?
The pincode of Digoda is 472339.
What is the population of Digoda?
Digoda has a total population of 8,383, including 4,409 males and 3,974 females.
How many households are there in Digoda?
There are 1,684 households in Digoda.
What is the literacy rate in Digoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digoda is 60.03%. Male literacy is 68.63% and female literacy is 50.48%.