Digrasi - Bhograi, Balasore
Digrasi is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Bhograi and around 84 km from Baleshwar. Kumbharmuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digrasi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digrasi is 391671. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 756036 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Digrasi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digrasi
According to the 2011 Census, Digrasi village had a total population of 691 people, including 367 males and 324 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.97%, with male literacy at 95.41% and female literacy at 75.17%.
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 | 691 | 367 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 40 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 527 | 312 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 55 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Digrasi
Digrasi 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 Digrasi
Digrasi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jaleswar to Digrasi is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Digrasi is about 84 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 Digrasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digrasi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Digrasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digrasi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Digrasi
Where is Digrasi located?
Digrasi village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Digrasi?
The Gram Panchayat of Digrasi is Kumbharmuli.
What is the pincode of Digrasi?
The pincode of Digrasi is 756036.
What is the population of Digrasi?
Digrasi had a total population of 691, including 367 males and 324 females.
How many households are there in Digrasi?
Digrasi had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digrasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digrasi was 85.97%. Male literacy was 95.41% and female literacy was 75.17%.