Digisira - Titlagarh, Balangir
Digisira is a village situated in the Titlagarh tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Sindhekela and around 100 km from Balangir. Digsira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digisira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digisira is 421449. The village covers a total geographical area of 589 hectares and falls under the 767035 pincode. Titlagarh is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Digisira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digisira
As per Census 2011, Digisira village has a total population of 2,589 people, consisting of 1,292 males and 1,297 females. The village has 668 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 389 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,264 literate and 1,325 illiterate residents. Additionally, 192 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 290 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digisira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,589 | 1,292 | 1,297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 203 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 97 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 290 | 143 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 1,264 | 775 | 489 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,325 | 517 | 808 |
Nearby Villages of Digisira
Digisira 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gaudtula | West | 2.11 km |
| Chhatabhata | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Parasara | North | 2.27 km |
| Phapsi | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Nuapada | South | 2.52 km |
| Bargaon | South-East | 2.74 km |
| Goikela | South | 2.83 km |
| Borda | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Kuskela | East | 3.32 km |
| Ichgoan | North | 3.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Digisira
Public transport in the Digisira is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rahenbata, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Titlagarh to Digisira is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Digisira is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digisira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digisira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Digisira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digisira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Digisira
Where is Digisira located?
Digisira village is located in Titlagarh Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digisira?
The Gram Panchayat of Digisira is Digsira.
What is the pincode of Digisira?
The pincode of Digisira is 767035.
What is the population of Digisira?
Digisira has a total population of 2,589, including 1,292 males and 1,297 females.
How many households are there in Digisira?
There are 668 households in Digisira.
What is the literacy rate in Digisira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digisira is 48.82%. Male literacy is 59.98% and female literacy is 37.70%.