Digligre - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Digligre is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 9 km from Zikzak and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digligre is 273900. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Mahendraganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digligre
According to the 2011 Census, Digligre village had a total population of 325 people, including 168 males and 157 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.47%, with male literacy at 76.92% and female literacy at 63.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 324.
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 | 325 | 168 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 38 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 324 | 168 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 100 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 68 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Digligre
Digligre 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 Digligre
Public transport in the Digligre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Digligre is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digligre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digligre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Digligre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digligre 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Digligre
Where is Digligre located?
Digligre village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Digligre?
The pincode of Digligre is 794115.
What is the population of Digligre?
Digligre had a total population of 325, including 168 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Digligre?
Digligre had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digligre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digligre was 70.47%. Male literacy was 76.92% and female literacy was 63.71%.